Which agricultural policy aimed to reduce overproduction during the Great Depression?

The Agricultural Adjustment Act (AAA) was a significant piece of legislation aimed at addressing the agricultural crisis during the Great Depression. Enacted in 1933, the primary goal of the AAA was to reduce crop surplus and stabilize prices, which had plummeted due to overproduction and poor market conditions. To achieve this, the government encouraged farmers to reduce their crop production by offering them financial incentives. This included paying farmers to leave a portion of their land fallow, effectively decreasing the total amount of goods entering the market. By controlling the supply of agricultural products, the AAA sought to increase prices for farmers, thus helping them recover from the economic turmoil of the time.

In contrast, other options serve different purposes. For instance, the Soil Conservation Service focused on promoting agricultural conservation practices rather than directly addressing crop overproduction. The Farm Security Administration was more concerned with providing assistance to impoverished rural families and helping them secure financing and resources. The Rural Electrification Act aimed to provide electric power to rural areas, improving the quality of life and economic opportunities but did not directly tackle the issue of overproduction in agriculture.