ag census

The ag census is currently being collected by the USDA and the agency is trying to encourage as many producers as possible to participate.   Barbara Rater, Director of NASS's Census and Survey Division, said there are many people who use the information.  ...

The USDA first allowed producers to respond to the ag census electronically in 2012 and they invested in upgrading the experience over the past five years.   Barbara Rater, Director of NASS's Census and Survey Division said it’s about providing a user-friendly experience.   “...

Farmers will soon receive forms for the 2017 Census of Agriculture.  The Department of Agriculture’s National Ag Statistics Service says farmers and ranchers across the nation will begin receiving the forms in eight weeks.  Producers can mail in their completed census form, or respond online.  Conducted once every fi...

Farmers and ranchers who want to participate in the census of agriculture can still sign up with the USDA.   Joe Parsons with USDA’s National Agriculture Statistics Service said the data gathered from producers has a major impact.   “...