WASHINGTON, D.C. (RFD NEWS) — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is asking for feedback on whether its data systems are keeping pace with how farmers make decisions in today’s tighter-margin farm economy. Thursday, April 9, is the final day for farmers to submit comments on USDA’s statistical and economic programs.
American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) Economist Danny Munch joined us on Thursday’s Market Day Report to break down the process.
In his interview with RFD NEWS, Munch explains why USDA is seeking input from farmers on the research and datasets it produces, which reports ag industry and markets analysts find most useful, and the concerns farmers have raised.
Munch also outlines proposed improvements to USDA data and research publications by the department, including those advocated by the AFBF, and provides guidance on what farmers should know before Thursday’s deadline.
LEARN MORE AND SUBMIT YOUR COMMENTS: www.regulations.gov/document/USDA-2026-0034-0008
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