The farmers' alliance and the grange sought better regulation of which industries?

Long  overproduction occasioned by the expansion of the agricultural domain—it doubled during the same period—coupled with more efficient methods. Increased production overseas also contributed. However, U.S. farmers did not recognize the complexities of the matter. They believed they were the victims of a conspiracy generated by the railroad companies, the bankers, the grain elevator operators, and conservative politicians who favored a money system based on the gold standard. 

"budgeting is not just for the people who do have enough money. it is for everyone who wants to ensure that their money is enough."