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Make Sure You’re Counted

Posted on January 28, 2013 by

February 4 is deadline for submitting your information to the USDA Census of Agriculture — the only source of uniform, comprehensive and impartial agricultural data for every county in the nation. Conducted once every five years, the Census plays a … Continue reading →

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No Excuses! Actions for growing the ranks of women farmer-leaders

Posted on July 26, 2012 by

With new markets come new farmers. For every farm operator under the age of 35, the U.S. has six farm operators over 65, many of whom are on the verge of retirement. To meet our current and future needs, Agriculture … Continue reading →

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Make Sure Women Farmers are Counted in the 2012 Census of Ag

Posted on June 27, 2012 by

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is preparing to mail the 2012 Census of Agriculture to millions of U.S. farmers and ranchers later this year, and July 1 is the deadline to sign up to receive a census form. The Census … Continue reading →

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