WASHINGTON — With the window to respond to the 2012 Census of Agriculture officially closing on May 31, USDA is urging farmers and ranchers not to miss this opportunity to be counted and help determine the future of farming in America. USDA has already received more than 2 million completed census forms.
"Our nation needs your help to ensure that decisions about U.S. agriculture accurately represent you, your communities and your industry," said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. "For every 158 people in America there is one farm. I urge you to take action today and respond to the census — your. . .