Uses of Census Data
Census data is used by all those who serve farmers and rural communities – federal, state and local governments, agribusinesses, trade associations and many others. For instance:
- Companies and cooperatives use the information to determine the locations of facilities that will serve agricultural producers.
- Community planners use the information to target needed services to rural residents.
- USDA uses the information to ensure that local service centers are staffed at appropriate levels.
- Legislators use the information when shaping farm policies and programs.
- Farmers and ranchers use Census data to help make informed decisions about the future of their own operations.
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