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June farm census forms issued
28/05/2002
June 2002 Agricultural Census forms will be issued to
farmers shortly, it was announced today.
Census results directly influence Executive policy by
providing key statistics to assess the health of the
farming economy.
Regular contact with farmers is vital as it keeps the
Executive's Environment and Rural Affairs Department
register up-to-date, and ensures that information on new
animal health requirements and subsidy schemes can be
directed quickly to relevant farmers.
Farms affected by Foot and Mouth disease - who were
excluded from the census last year - will rejoin this
year.
With a few exceptions the very smallest agricultural
units - described as minor holdings - are included in the
census on a three yearly rota, so most of those who
responded in 2000 and 2001 will not receive a return.
Census forms must be completed and returned to the
Scottish Executive Environment and Rural Affairs Department
no later than June 15th, 2002.