The 2012 Ag Census on Twitter

by Investigate Midwest staff February 20, 2014January 23, 2023 Why you can trust Investigate Midwest

Daniel Bauenhoff, of Campbell Hill, stands among one of his several hundred chickens March 14, 2013, on his farm. Bauenhoff sells his eggs directly to the public. Credit: Steve Matzker/For Midwest Center for Investigative Reporting

The U.S. Department of Agriculture released preliminary data today on the 2012 Agriculture Census – taken every five years – during its Ag Outlook Forum in Arlington, Va. Investigate Midwest reporter Sam Robinson is reporting live this week. Here’s a quick look at the latest data.