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TeachMeFinance.com - explain Supply control programs Supply control programs The term 'Supply control programs ' as it applies to the area of agriculture can be defined as ' Any of several government programs to influence the supply of farm products on the market. Some, such as acreage allotments and marketing quotas, are considered mandatory, in that farmers who produce or market in excess of assigned levels can be legally penalized. Others, such as cropland set-asides, acreage reductions and diversions, and farmer-held grain reserves, are considered voluntary, in that farmers are usually encouraged to participate through financial incentives'. Previous 5 Terms: Supplemental irrigation service land supplementary angles Supplementary Medical Insurance Supplier Supply Next 5 Terms: Supply source Supply, petroleum Support equipment and facilities Support price Supporting structure About the author Mark McCracken Author: Mark McCracken is a corporate trainer and author living in Higashi Osaka, Japan. He is the author of thousands of online articles as well as the Business English textbook, "25 Business Skills in English". Copyright © 2005-2011 by Mark McCracken, All Rights Reserved. TeachMeFinance.com is an informational website, and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical, legal or financial advice. Information presented at TeachMeFinance.com is provided on an "AS-IS" basis. Please read the disclaimer for details.