2002 Census of Agriculture USDA-NASS

2002 Census of Agriculture
The National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) will conduct the 26th Census of Agriculture. The census is the most comprehensive source of statistics portraying our Nation's agriculture. It is the only source of uniform agricultural data for every county in the United States. Data supplied through the census of agriculture by farmers and ranchers will help the agricultural community make informed decisions on agriculture.	FAQ's Scheduled Release Dates
Farm Identification Survey
The first agricultural census of the new millennium begins with the Farm Identification Survey (FIS). This consists of seven questions which will help determine agricultural status of potential farms and ranches across the Nation. Although no report will be generated from the FIS, it is an important precursor to the 2002 Census of Agriculture, which will be released in early 2004.	FAQ's Press Release
Help Us Promote the 2002 Census
Drop-in ads can be used in local newspapers, magazines, and organizational newsletters. Five drop-in ads are provided, "The Census of Agriculture Is Coming", "The Census Is Coming to a Mailbox Near You", "Take a Stand for American Agriculture", "Does Your Farm or Ranch Count? " and "The Census Is Counting On You"	Drop-in Ads Press Releases (expected 10/02) Editorials (expected 10/02) Poster (.jpg format)


	U.S. Department of Agriculture National Agricultural Statistics Service