Mike Rechlin heard about this as our IMSI representative. If asked to be part of this survey please take the time to fill out the survey. It’s the best way that we can get maple syrup making on the agricultural map and maple issues considered by policy makers.
The USDA will be carrying out its Once-every-five-year Census. This, of course, is an important part of the assessment of the value of US agricultural crops. If you wish to participate, you can sign up at https://www.nass.usda.gov/AgCensus/.
Survey of U.S. Agricultural Data – Starting in January, “… approximately 15,000 agricultural producers across the nation and the various segments of U.S. agriculture will receive an invitation to assist in the online 2022 Census of Agriculture Content Test. The Content Test, which will run through spring, is a critical part of the preparation for the once-every-five-year Census of Agriculture. Participants in the test will be asked to complete the 2022 Census of Agriculture online questionnaire via a new Respondent Portal aimed to improve the reporting experience for all producers … The 2022 Census of Agriculture will mail out to all known U.S. producers next fall … The Census of Agriculture is the only source of comprehensive agricultural data for every state and county in the nation. The data are widely used to inform decisions that benefit the agricultural community and the nation …” Web site: Source: December 16, 2021 USDA NASS News Release, titled “USDA to test 2022 Census of Agriculture online questionnaire in new Respondent Portal; new portal aims to enhance customer experience while ensuring secure, confidential data collection”, posted at http://www.nass.usda.gov/Newsroom/2021/12-16-2021.php Aadditional information about the USDA NASS Census of Agriculture is available at http://www.nass.usda.gov/AgCensus/
Thank you to all who have signed up for Maple Days 2022! There are a few new sign-ups that I have not “processed” yet, to get them on the map. I will do that shortly. Please remember to sign up soon if you want to participate and be on the “map”.
Tina Barton, WVMSPA Secretary and Webmaster