Producers Surveyed to Determine Planting Intentions for 2013

Thousands of farmers and rancher are being surveyed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service about their planting intentions for 2013. Results of the survey will help determine what to expect this growing season after last year’s drought. “The information we collect from producers during the first two weeks of March establishes a trend that we’re likely to see in the entire growing season,” said Bob Bass, NASS’ National Operations Division director. Most survey participants should have received a questionnaire in the mail this week and can submit responses online or by mailing the completed forms. Learn more.