[Sc-aquaponics] FW: Census of Aquaculture Finally Here for America’s Producers

Tue Nov 19 15:05:21 EST 2013

You are going to see a lot of press releases about this upcoming census.  We strongly encourage that you fill out the census so that we can get accurate data on the industry.  This is really our only mechanism to do this and can greatly impact the amount of support dedicated to the industry.  See the attached FAQ for answers to the most popular questions.
Laura

Laura Tiu, PhD Aquaculture Extension Specialist
740-289-2071 x.121 Office | 800-297-2072 x. 121 Office
tiu.2 at osu.edu

From: Jensen, Gary [mailto:GJENSEN at nifa.usda.gov]
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Subject: [aquacontacts] Census of Aquaculture Finally Here for America’s Producers

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AQUACONTACTS
MAIL GROUP NEWS
November 19, 2013

Please see below and the attached file for information about the Aquaculture Census. The attached file contains frequently asked questions that help inform people about this national project. NASS will mail out forms in mid-December, to collect data for the 2013 calendar year. Producers are encouraged to take the time to submit accurate information and data as requested.

Regards,
Gary Jensen

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NEWS RELEASE
NATIONAL AGRICULTURAL STATISTICS SERVICE
United States Department of Agriculture • Washington, DC 20250
Ag Statistics Hotline: (800) 727-9540 • www.nass.usda.gov<http://www.nass.usda.gov>

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                      Contact: Krissy Young, (202) 690-8123

Census of Aquaculture Finally Here for America’s Producers

WASHINGTON, November 18, 2013 – After nearly a decade, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) is conducting the 2013 Census of Aquaculture. The Census is the only comprehensive source of information on the aquaculture industry in the United States and serves as the foundation for many decisions involving the sustainability and growth of the aquaculture sector.

“The aquaculture industry has undergone numerous changes since the last time this information was gathered in 2005,” said Renee Picanso, director of the NASS Census and Survey Division. “The results of the 2013 Census of Aquaculture will help assess the current state of this part of the U.S. economy – helping the industry demonstrate its strength and advocate for its needs.”

The Census of Aquaculture collects data on water area, production and sales, point of first sales outlets, and aquaculture distributed for restoration or conservation purposes. This information is used by all those with interest in the aquaculture sector from federal, state and local governments to agribusinesses, trade associations, researchers and producers themselves. For example, businesses and suppliers use the information to determine the locations of facilities that will serve growers and plan for the production and marketing of new products.

“Your answers to the Aquaculture Census will help shape national and local policies affecting the aquaculture industry,” Picanso said about aquaculture producers. “Only you can supply the answers needed to produce a useful and accurate picture of this important agriculture sector, so do your part and respond when you receive your form.”

NASS will mail out Aquaculture Census forms in mid-December, to collect data for the 2013 calendar year. Completed forms are due by January 15, 2014. Producers can fill out the Census online via a secure website, www.agcensus.usda.gov<http://www.agcensus.usda.gov>, or return their form by mail.

The Census of Aquaculture is part of the Census of Agriculture Program. Federal law requires all producers who receive a Census report form to respond and requires NASS to keep all individual information confidential. For more information, visit www.agcensus.usda.gov<http://www.agcensus.usda.gov>.

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