Advisory Committee on Agricultural Statistics

Advisory Committee on Agricultural Statistics Type: Boards, Commissions, and Committees Parent organization: National Agricultural Statistics Service Top organization: Department of Agriculture Employees: 22 (members) Executive: Chair Budget: Address: 1400 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20250, United States Website: https://www.nass.usda.gov/About_NASS/Advisory_Committee_on_Agriculture_Statistics/index.php Creation Legislation: Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA) Wikipedia: Advisory Committee on Agricultural Statistics

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Mission The mission of the Advisory Committee on Agricultural Statistics is to provide advice to the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture on the scope, timing, and content of agricultural censuses, surveys, and related statistics. It aims to ensure that the data collected by the National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) is relevant, accurate, and beneficial to all stakeholders in the agricultural sector.

Services Statistical advice; Survey recommendations; Census content review

Regulations

Advisory Committee on Agricultural Statistics (ACAS) advises the USDA on agricultural statistics, focusing on the improvement of data collection methods, relevance, and accuracy for agricultural censuses and surveys. ACAS plays a crucial role in ensuring that the data produced by NASS meets the needs of farmers, policymakers, and the agricultural industry.

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Mission

The ACAS's mission is to enhance the quality and utility of agricultural statistics by advising on the development, content, and timing of surveys and censuses. It seeks to address emerging issues in agriculture, adapt to changes in farming practices, and ensure that statistical products are aligned with industry needs and technological advancements.

Parent organization

The ACAS operates under the National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS), which is part of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). NASS is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and publishing official agricultural statistics for the United States.

Legislation

The committee was established in accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA), which requires federal agencies to seek external advice on their operations.

Partners

• Agricultural producers and industry groups
• Academic institutions for research and data analysis
• Government agencies at state and federal levels
• Non-profit organizations focused on agriculture

Number of employees

The committee consists of 22 members, appointed by the Secretary of Agriculture, representing various sectors of the agricultural community.

Organization structure

Members include representatives from agriculture, academia, government, and other relevant fields to ensure a comprehensive perspective on agricultural statistics.

Leader

The committee is led by a Chair, appointed to guide the committee's work and represent its views to the USDA.

Divisions

There are no formal divisions, but the committee might organize into subcommittees for specific tasks:

• Subcommittees might focus on particular surveys or census methodologies.

List of programs

• Review and recommendations for the Census of Agriculture
• Advice on the design and content of agricultural surveys
• Evaluation of statistical methodologies and data dissemination

Last total enacted budget

The budget for the ACAS is not publicly specified; its operations are funded through NASS's budget.

Staff

The committee does not have dedicated staff; support is provided by NASS employees.

Funding

Funding for ACAS activities is included in the USDA's NASS budget.

Services provided

ACAS provides advisory services on improving agricultural statistics, ensuring data relevance, accuracy, and addressing the evolving needs of the agricultural sector.

Regulations overseen

While not directly overseeing regulations, ACAS's recommendations can influence how agricultural statistics are collected and reported, potentially affecting agricultural policy and research.

Headquarters address

1400 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20250, United States

History

Established in 1962, ACAS has been integral in shaping the collection and presentation of agricultural statistics, adapting to changes in agriculture and technology to maintain the integrity and utility of NASS's data products.

External links

• Official ACAS Website
• wikipedia:Advisory Committee on Agricultural Statistics