SurveyId 9032 National Agroforestry Survey

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NATIONAL AGROFORESTRY SURVEY
2022
OMB No.
Approval Expires: 1/1/0001
Project Code:
SurveyId: 9032

United States
Department of
Agriculture
NATIONAL
AGRICULTURAL
STATISTICS
SERVICE

Please make corrections to name, address and ZIP Code, if necessary.

USDA/NASS - National
Northeastern Region
4050 Crums Mill Road, #203
Harrisburg, PA 17112-2875
Phone: 1-800-498-1518
FAX: 1-855-270-2719
Email: [email protected]

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Screener
1. In the past 12 months, did this operation:
a. Raise or sell any livestock (possible examples include cattle, hogs, sheep, goats, equine, poultry, bees, etc.)?
0001
1

Yes

3

No

b. Own and/or operate cropland, pastureland, woodland, rangeland, or other land with agricultural or forestry activities?
0002
1

Yes

3

No

c. Received any Federal or state agricultural payments and/or participated in a Federal or state agricultural program?
0003
1

Yes

3

No

d. Did you answer Yes to any of the questions above?
0004
1

Yes - Continue

3

No - Go to Section 6, page 22

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Section 1 - Windbreaks, Shelterbelts and Hedgerows
Windbreaks, Shelterbelts and Hedgerows are rows of trees and shrubs that are used to create a more favorable
environment for soils, crops, livestock, wildlife, and people. In some cases, they are designed to slow wind, while other
times they are designed for visual screening, snow management, odor control, shade for livestock/buildings/people,
enhancing pollination, field/property borders, etc.
Does this operation have any land in windbreaks, shelterbelts or hedgerows?
1000

Yes - Continue

1

3

No - Go to Section 2, page 6

1. Does this operation utilize any of the following types of windbreak, shelterbelt and/or hedgerow? Check all that apply
1001

Farmstead - for use around buildings (shade, energy savings, etc.)

1002

Field - for use in protecting crops (field, orchards, etc.)

1003

Livestock - for use in protecting livestock and/or odor control

1004

Boundary - primarily used for enclosing or separating fields

1005

Living snow fence - specifically designed for snow management

1006

Hedgerow - primarily used for natural resource conservation purposes

1007

Other - Specify:

1008

2. Were any of the following activities used to establish windbreaks, shelterbelts, and/or hedgerows on this operation?
Establishment Activities

YES

Hand planted tree seedlings ................................................................................

1009

Mechanically planted tree seedlings ....................................................................

1010

Used herbicides for weed control/site preparation prior to planting .....................

1011

Used cultivation for weed control/site preparation prior to planting ......................

1012

Used barrier weed control (mulch, plastic, etc.) to establish trees .......................

1013

Irrigated trees during the 1-3 year establishment period ......................................

1014

Controlled weeds after planting trees during the 1-3 year establishment period ..

1015

Installed fencing and/or tree tubes to protect trees from wildlife/livestock ...........

1016

Replanted seedlings to fill gaps ...........................................................................

1017

Established windbreak without planting by allowing trees to grow naturally.........

1018

NO

DON'T KNOW

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Other establishment activities - Specify: 1019____________________________________________________________
3. When were windbreaks, shelterbelts, and/or hedgerows established on this operation? Check all that apply
1020

1

Less than 5 years ago

4

Greater than 15 years ago

2

5 years - less than 10 years ago

5

Don't Know

3

10 years - less than 15 years ago

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4. Have any of the following activites occurred, or will occur, to manage/maintain the windbreaks, shelterbelts, and/or
hedgerows on this operation?
Management/Maintenance Activities

YES

Cultivation for weed control (disking, plowing, mowing, etc.) ...............................

1021

Herbicide for weed control ....................................................................................

1022

Barrier weed control (mulching/fabric) ..................................................................

1023

Flash or short duration grazing within windbreaks ................................................

1024

Pruning of tree branches and stems .....................................................................

1025

Replanting trees/windbreak vegetation ................................................................

1026

Removal of living or dead trees (thinning) ............................................................

1027

Irrigation of trees ..................................................................................................

1028

Fertilization and/or soil amendments for the trees ................................................

1029

Root pruning .........................................................................................................

1030

Fencing or tree tubes to protect trees from wildlife/livestock.................................

1031

Other management activities - Specify:

NO

DON'T KNOW

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1032____________________________________________________________________________

5. Of the crops/products originating from windbreak trees and shrubs listed below,
please specify whether this operation has:
►sold this before

►plan to sell this in the future

►use this for personal or on-farm use
Check all that apply

Crops, Products and Resources from Windbreak, Shelterbelt, and/or
Hedgerow Trees and Shrubs

Sold this
before

Plan to sell this Use this for personal
in the future
or on-farm use

1033

1034

1035

1036

1037

1038

1039
c. Trees for non-timber products (pulp, fence posts, woodchips, etc.) ......................

1040

1041

1042
d. Forages/hay/fodder for livestock ..........................................................................

1043

1044

1046

1047

1048

1050

1051

1052

1054

1055

1056

1058

1059

1060

a. Firewood ..............................................................................................................
b. Trees for timber products (lumber, boards, veneer, utility poles, etc.) ...................

e. Edibles (raspberries, walnuts, maple syrup, etc.)
Specify products: 1045____________________________________ .....................
f.

Medicinal plants and herbs (American ginseng, goldenseal, etc.)
Specify products: 1049_____________________________________ ...................

g. Decorative plants and/or materials for landscaping
Specify products: 1053_____________________________________ ...................
h. Other crops/products - Specify:1057__________________________ ....................

6. In the next five years, will the acreage of trees and shrubs in windbreaks, shelterbelts, and/or
hedgerows for this operation increase, decrease or stay the same? Check one
1061

1

Increase - Specify reason(s):

xxxx

2

Decrease - Specify reason(s):

xxxx

3

Stay the same

4

Don't Know

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7. Do windbreaks, shelterbelts, and/or hedgerows provide any of the following benefits to this operation?
Number

Conservation Benefits

YES

1

Improved erosion control .......................................................................

1064

2

Improved soil health ..............................................................................

1065

Habitat for pollinators and other beneficial insects ................................

1066

Wildlife habitat .......................................................................................

1067

5

Improved water quality ..........................................................................

1068

6

Improved nutrient management .............................................................

1069

7

Chemical drift mitigation (pesticide, herbicide, fertilizer) ............................

1070

Dust mitigation .......................................................................................

1071

Increased carbon storage in soils, trees, and vegetation .......................

1072

3
4

8
9

NO

DON'T KNOW

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Economic Benefits
10

Increased crop production/yield .............................................................

1073

11

Improved crop quality ............................................................................

1074

12

Income from windbreak trees/shrubs (firewood, timber, nuts, etc.)

............. 1075

13

Crops/products for on-farm or personal use from windbreak
trees/shrubs (firewood, timber, nuts, etc.) ..............................................

1076

14

Improved welfare of livestock ................................................................

1077

15

Increased livestock production ..............................................................

1078

16

Snow management ................................................................................

1079

17

Protection of farm buildings, home, and other structures ......................

1080

Income diversification from multiple crops/products ..............................

1081

19

Farmstead energy conservation ............................................................

1082

20

Increased crop water use efficiency and/or irrigation efficiency .............

1083

21

Revenue from hunting leases ................................................................

1084

22

Reduced spread of tree diseases (canker, citrus greening, etc) ..................1085

23

Improvement of marginal or unfarmable land ........................................

1086

24

Increased land value .............................................................................

1087

Revenue from conservation payments ..................................................

1088

Improved resilience to weather extremes (drought, flood, etc.) .............

1089

18

25
26

Other Benefits
27

Improved working or living environment from less intense wind ............

1090

28

Aesthetics/scenic beauty .......................................................................

1091

Privacy/visual screening ........................................................................

1092

Hunting ..................................................................................................

1093

29
30

...................................................................1094

31

Recreation (other than hunting)

32

Odor reduction .......................................................................................

33

Noise reduction ........................................................................................... 1096

34

Other benefit(s) - Specify:

1095

1097
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8. Of the windbreak, shelterbelt, and/or hedgerow benefits listed above (1 - 34),
which 3 are most important to this operation? Enter the 3 corresponding
1098
numbers from the table above ...................................................................................

Enter Number
___ ___

1099

___ ___

1100

___ ___

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9. Have any of the following been challenges on this operation when establishing or managing windbreaks, shelterbelts,
and/or hedgerows?
Number

Potential Challenges

YES

NO

DON'T KNOW

1

Lack of information about establishment

1101
....................................................

1

3

2

2

1102
Difficulty establishing trees/shrubs .............................................................

1

3

2

3

High startup costs ...................................................................................1103

1

3

2

4

Lack of information on management and maintenance

1104
.............................

1

3

2

5

1105
Difficulty regrowing trees within an established windbreak ........................

1

3

2

6

Expense of maintenance ........................................................................ 1106

1

3

2

7

1107
Lack of information on recommended tree/shrub species ...........................

1

3

2

8

Lack of knowledge among technical assistance providers

..................... 1108

1

3

2

9

1109
Lack of examples or demonstration sites ...................................................

1

3

2

10

1110
Lack of financial assistance .......................................................................

1

3

2

11

1111
Lack of markets for products from windbreak ............................................

1

3

2

12

Loss of cropland

..................................................................................... 1112

1

3

2

13

1113
Harbors harmful crop pests (wildlife, insects, weeds, etc.) ........................

1

3

2

14

Conflict with farm equipment, practices, or layout .................................. 1114

1

3

2

15

Trees and crops compete for space, light, water, and nutrients

1115
.................

1

3

2

16

Livestock damage to trees ..................................................................... 1116

1

3

2

17

1117
Wildlife damage to trees ............................................................................

1

3

2

18

1118
Tree/shrub pests and diseases ..................................................................

1

3

2

19

Herbicide damaging trees/shrubs ........................................................

1119

1

3

2

20

Snow drift issues .................................................................................... 1120

1

3

2

21

Adds labor and complexity to management

1121
...............................................

1

3

2

22

Other challenge(s) - Specify:

1122
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10. Of the challenges listed above (1 - 22), which 3 are most significant to this
1123
operation? Enter the 3 corresponding numbers from the table above ......................

Enter Number
___ ___

1124

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1125

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11. Please estimate the total land area in windbreak, shelterbelt and/or hedgerow for this operation.
Include all windbreak types.
INCLUDE:
►land owned
►rented
►leased from others

Estimate as acres OR length and width

ACRES
1126

a. Total acres of windbreak..........................................................................................
OR

FEET
1127

b. Average width of windbreaks.....................

MILES

total combined length of windbreaks
AND rounded to the nearest 1/4 mile ............

1128

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Section 2 - Silvopasture
Grazing livestock on a site with trees is considered silvopasture if all three components of the system (livestock, trees, and
forage) are deliberately integrated and managed. Some examples of silvopasture include:
►woodland, forest, or forest edge that is managed to produce forage, livestock and trees simultaneously
►grazing land where trees were added to pasture
►orchards where livestock are integrated
►grazing natural savannas
Does this operation have any land in silvopasture?
2000

1

Yes - Continue

3

No - Go to Section 3, page 11
Silvopasture Acres

2001
1. How many acres of land does this operation have in silvopasture?
INCLUDE: land owned, rented, and leased from others ................................................................................

2. Were any of the following activities used to establish silvopasture(s) on this operation?
Establishment Activities

YES

Converted a former pasture or field to silvopasture by planting trees ..................

2002

Converted an existing tree plantation to silvopasture by removing some trees
and incorporating livestock and forage...............................................................

2003

Converted an existing forest, woodlot, or forested edge to silvopasture by
removing some trees and incorporating livestock and forage ............................

2004

Converted from a natural savanna to silvopasture by adding livestock ...............

2005

Converted a former field or pasture to silvopasture over time by allowing trees
to grow naturally ................................................................................................

2006

Converted an orchard to silvopasture by incorporating livestock .......................

2007

NO

DON'T KNOW

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Other conversion strategy - Specify: 2008_______________________________________________________________
Site Preparation and Infrastructure Activities
Removed stumps (grinding, grubbing, shearing, etc.) .........................................

2009

Cleared debris (slash, downed trees, rocks, etc.) ..............................................

2010

Used cultivation for site preparation (disking, scarification, etc.) .......................

2011

Used herbicides prior to or during establishment ...............................................

2012

Used livestock to assist with establishment .......................................................

2013

Used prescribed fire prior to establishment .......................................................

2014

Used fertilizer and/or soil amendments to assist with establishment .................

2015

Seeded forages - Specify species: 2016___________________________ ......

2017

Allowed natural regeneration of forages ............................................................

2018

Used fencing and/or tree tubes to protect trees from wildlife/livestock ................

2019

Installed or improved livestock watering system ................................................

2021

Installed fence infrastructure (boundary fencing, cross fencing, etc.) ..................

2022

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Other establishment activities - Specify: 2023___________________________________________________________

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3. Please check the box for the type of livestock utilizing the silvopasture(s) on this operation. Also, please specify the
average stocking rate of those livestock as animals/acre OR animal units/acre.
Type of Livestock (Mark all that apply)

Animals/Acre

AnimalUnits/Acre

2024

Cattle.........................................................................

2025

OR

2026

2027

Chickens ...................................................................

2028

OR

2029

2030

Sheep .......................................................................

2031

OR

2032

2033

Goats ........................................................................

2034

OR

2035

2036

Hogs and Pigs ..........................................................

2037

OR

2038

2039

Horses ......................................................................

2040

OR

2041

Other - Specify: 2042_____________________ .......

2043

OR

2044

4. Of the crops/products originating from silvopasture listed below, please specify whether this operation has:
►sold this before

►plan to sell this in the future

►use this for personal or on-farm use
Check all that apply
Sold this
before

Crops, Products and Resources from Silvopasture

Plan to sell this Use this for personal
in the future
or on-farm use

2045

2046

2047

2048

2049

2050

2052

2053

2054

2055

2056

2058

2059

2060

2062

2063

2064

2066

2067

2068

2070

2071

2072

2074

2075

2076

a. Firewood .............................................................................................................
b. Trees for timber products (lumber, boards, veneer, utility poles, etc.) ................
2051
c. Trees for non-timber products (pulp, fence posts, woodchips, etc.) ...................

d. Forages/hay/fodder for livestock .........................................................................
e. Livestock products (milk, meat, stockers, wool, etc.)
Specify products: 2057_____________________________________ ................
f.

Edibles (walnuts, maple syrup, apples, etc.)
Specify products: 2061_____________________________________ ................

g. Medicinal plants and herbs (American ginseng, goldenseal, etc.)
Specify products: 2065_____________________________________ ................
h. Materials for landscaping and/or decorative plants
Specify products: 2069_____________________________________ ................
i.

Other crops/products - Specify:2073_________________________ ...................

5. When were silvopasture(s) established on this operation? Check all that apply
2077

1

Less than 5 years ago

3

10 years - less than 15 years ago

2

5 years - less than 10 years ago

4

Greater than 15 years ago

5

Don't Know

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6. Do the silvopasture(s) provide any of the following benefits to this operation?
Number

1
2

Conservation Benefits

YES

Invasive/noxious plant control .............................................................
Habitat for pollinators and other beneficial

2078

insects...................................2079

3

Wildlife habitat .....................................................................................

2080

4

Improved soil health.............................................................................

2081

5

Improved soil erosion control...............................................................

2082

6

Improved nutrient management...........................................................

2083

Increased carbon storage in soils, trees and vegetation .....................

2084

Improved water quality ........................................................................

2085

7
8

NO

DON'T KNOW

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3

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Economic Benefits
2086

9

Expansion of pasture acreage.............................................................

10

Income from sale of products (meat, eggs, stockers, timber, etc.)...........2087

11

Crops/products for on-farm or personal use........................................

2089

12

Improved animal welfare and health....................................................

2089

13

Increased livestock production.............................................................

2090

Improved forage quality.......................................................................

2091

15

Increased forage availability throughout the year................................

2092

16

Increased forage production on a per acre basis.................................

2093

17

Reduction in feed purchases...............................................................

2094

18

Improvement of marginal, unproductive or unfarmable land................

2095

Income diversification from multiple crops/products.............................

2096

20

Increased land value............................................................................

2097

21

Revenue from conservation payments.................................................

2098

22

Revenue from hunting leases..............................................................

2099

23

Timber stand improvement..................................................................

2100

Increased water use efficiency.............................................................

2101

14

19

24

Other Benefits
Wildfire fuel reduction..........................................................................

2102

26

Aesthetics/scenic beauty.....................................................................

2103

27

Hunting ...............................................................................................

2104

28

Recreation (other than hunting)...........................................................

2105

29

Odor reduction.....................................................................................

2106

Improved resilience to weather extremes (drought, flood, etc.) ..........

2107

25

30
31

Other benefit(s) - Specify:

2108
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7. Of the silvopasture benefits listed above (1 - 31), which 3 are most important 2109
to this operation? Enter the 3 corresponding numbers from the table above ...........

Enter Number
___ ___

2110

___ ___

2111

___ ___

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8. Have any of the following activities occurred, or will occur, to manage/maintain the silvopasture on this operation?
Management/Maintenance Activities

YES

Cultivation for weed control (mowing, hand pulling, etc.) ........................................

2112

Herbicide for weed control ......................................................................................

2113

Prescribed fire ........................................................................................................

2114

Irrigation .................................................................................................................

2115

Fertilization and/or soil amendments ......................................................................

2116

Replanting trees .....................................................................................................

2117

Replanting forages .................................................................................................

2118

Pruning of trees branches and stems .....................................................................

2119

Removal of trees (thinning) ....................................................................................

2120

Removal of undesirable understory vegetation ......................................................

2121

Fencing or tree tubes to protect trees from wildlife/livestock ..................................

2122

Rotational grazing ..................................................................................................

2123

Utilize pastures without trees as part of grazing management ...............................

2124

Provide supplements to livestock (minerals, hay, grain, etc.) when in silvopasture

2125

NO

DON'T KNOW

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Other management activities - Specify: 2126__________________________________________________________________________
9. Please list up to 3 tree species growing in your silvopastures that are the most useful for your desired
goals. List trees by species name (example: loblolly pine, red oak, etc.). If unsure of species name, list
trees by common name (example: pine, oak, etc.).
2127

Specify species:

2128

Specify species:

2129

Specify species:

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10. Have any of the following been challenges on this operation when establishing or managing the silvopasture(s)?
Number

Potential Challenges

YES

NO

DON'T KNOW

.............................................. 2130

1

3

2

2

Difficulty establishing trees, crops, or forage

........................................ 2131

1

3

2

3

High startup costs ................................................................................ 2132

1

3

2

4

Lack of information on management and maintenance .......................

1

3

2

5

Difficulty regrowing trees within an established silvopasture ................ 2134

1

3

2

6

Expense of maintenance .....................................................................

2135

1

3

2

7

Lack of information on recommended tree, crop, or livestock species ...2136

1

3

2

8

Lack of knowledge among technical assistance providers ................... 2137

1

3

2

9

Lack of examples or demonstration sites ............................................. 2138

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

Lack of information about establishment

2133

10

Lack of financial assistance .................................................................

2139

11

Lack of markets for products from silvopasture ...................................

2140

12

Adds labor and complexity to management ......................................... 2141

1

3

2

13

................................ 2142

1

3

2

14

Trees, forage and livestock competing for space, light, etc.

................. 2143

1

3

2

15

Livestock damage to trees ................................................................... 2144

1

3

2

16

Wildlife damage to trees ......................................................................

Conflict with farm equipment, practices, or layout

2145

1

3

2

17

Tree/shrub pests and diseases

............................................................ 2146

1

3

2

18

Windthrow (trees falling over after thinning) ......................................... 2147

1

3

2

19

Livestock poisoning from foraging on toxic plants ................................ 2148

1

3

2

20

Soil compaction from livestock ............................................................. 2149

1

3

2

21

Other challenge - Specify:

2150
__________________________________________________________________________

11. Of the challenges listed above (1 - 21), which 3 are most significant to this
2151
operation? Enter the 3 corresponding numbers from the table above ......................

Enter Number
___ ___

2152

___ ___

2153

12. In the next five years, will the acreage in silvopasture for this operation increase, decrease or stay the same?
Check one
2154

1

Increase - Specify reason(s):

2155

2

Decrease - Specify reason(s):

2156

3

Stay the same

4

Don't Know

___ ___

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Section 3 - Riparian Forest Buffers
A riparian forest buffer is an area adjacent to a stream, river, lake, or wetland that contains a combination of trees and
shrubs and is often used for erosion control, bank stabilization, and nutrient runoff control. They are also called: stream
management zones, vegetated buffer strips, woody riparian buffers, and riparian forest corridors.
Does this operation have any land in riparian forest buffers?
3000

1

Yes - Continue

No - Go to Section 4, page 15

3

1. Please estimate the total land area in riparian forest buffer(s) for this operation.
INCLUDE:
►land owned
►rented
►leased from others

Estimate as acres OR length and width

ACRES
3001

a. Riparian forest buffer ..............................................................................................
FEET

OR

MILES

3002

total combined length of buffers
AND rounded to the nearest 1/4 mile ............

b. Average width of buffers ............................

3003

2. Were any of the following activities used to establish riparian forest buffers on this operation?
Establishment Activities

YES

Allowed trees and vegetation to grow naturally ...................................................

3004

Planted buffer trees and vegetation ....................................................................

3005

Used herbicides for weed control/site preparation prior to planting trees ............

3006

Used cultivation for weed control/site preparation prior to planting trees ............

3007

Used barrier weed control (mulch, plastic, etc.) to establish trees ......................

3008

Irrigated buffer vegetation during the 1-3 year establishment period ..................

3009

Controlled weeds after planting trees during the 1-3 year establishment period .

3010

Installed fencing and/or tree tubes to protect trees/shrubs from
wildlife/livestock....................................................................................................

3011

Replanted buffer trees or vegetation to fill gaps ..................................................

3012

NO

DON'T KNOW

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

Other establishment activities - Specify: 3013____________________________________________________________

3. When were riparian forest buffers established on this operation? Check all that apply
3014

1

Less than 5 years ago

3

10 years - less than 15 years ago

2

5 years - less than 10 years ago

4

Greater than 15 years ago

4. In the next five years, will the acreage in riparian forest buffer(s) for this operation increase,
decrease or stay the same? Check one
3015

1

Increase - Specify reason(s):

3016

2

Decrease - Specify reason(s):

3017

3

Stay the same

4

Don't Know

5

Don't Know

12
5. Have any of the following activities occurred, or will occur, to manage/maintain the riparian forest buffers on this
operation?
Management/Maintenance Activities

YES

Cultivation for weed control (disking, plowing, mowing, etc.) .............................

3018

Herbicide for weed control .................................................................................

3019

Barrier weed control (mulching/fabric) ...............................................................

3020

Flash or short duration grazing within buffer ......................................................

3021

Pruning of tree branches and stems ..................................................................

3022

Root pruning ......................................................................................................

3023

Removal of trees/buffer vegetation (thinning) ....................................................

3024

Removal of trees/debris that have fallen into waterways ...................................

3025

Replanting trees/vegetation ...............................................................................

3026

Irrigation of trees/shrubs ....................................................................................

3027

Fertilization and/or soil amendments for the trees/shrubs .................................

3028

Fencing or tree tubes to protect trees/shrubs from wildlife/livestock ..................

3029

NO

DON'T KNOW

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

Other management activities - Specify: 3030____________________________________________________________________________
6. Of the crops/products originating from riparian forest buffer trees and shrubs listed below,
please specify whether this operation has:
►sold this before

►plan to sell this in the future

►use this for personal or on-farm use
Check all that apply

Crops, Products and Resources from Buffer Trees and Shrubs

Sold this
before

Plan to sell this Use this for personal
in the future
or on-farm use

3031

3032

3033

3034

3035

3036

3037
c. Trees for non-timber products (pulp, fence posts, woodchips, etc.) ....................

3038

3039

3040
d. Forages/hay/fodder for livestock .........................................................................

3041

3042

3045

3046

3048

3049

3050

3052

3053

3054

3056

3057

3058

a. Firewood .............................................................................................................
b. Trees for timber products (lumber, boards, veneer, utility poles, etc.) .................

e. Edibles (raspberries, walnuts, maple syrup, etc.)
3044

Specify products: 3043_____________________________________ .................
f.

Medicinal plants and herbs (American ginseng, goldenseal, etc.)
Specify products: 3047_____________________________________ .................

g. Decorative plants and/or materials for landscaping
Specify products: 3051_____________________________________ .................
h. Other crops/products: Specify:3055_________________________ .....................

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7. Do riparian forest buffers provide any of the following benefits to this operation?
Number

Conservation Benefits

YES

NO

DON'T KNOW

...........................................................................3059

1

3

2

2

Bank stabilization

......................................................................................3060

1

3

2

3

Improved soil health ...................................................................................3061

1

3

2

4

Improved water quality ..............................................................................3062

1

3

2

5

Improved nutrient management ................................................................3063

1

3

2

6

...........................3064

1

3

2

7

Shade for aquatic environment

.................................................................3065

1

3

2

8

Increased carbon storage in soils, trees, and vegetation ..........................3066

1

3

2

9

Habitat for pollinators and other beneficial insects ....................................3067

1

3

2

10

Wildlife habitat (both land and water) ........................................................3068

1

3

2

1

Improved erosion control

Chemical drift mitigation (pesticide, herbicide, fertilizer)

Economic Benefits
11

Income from buffer trees/shrubs (firewood, timber, edibles, etc.) .............3069

1

3

2

12

3070
Crops/products for on-farm or personal use from buffer trees/shrubs
(firewood, timber, nuts, etc.) .....................................................................

1

3

2

13

Income diversification from multiple crops/products ................................. 3071

1

3

2

14

.....................3072

1

3

2

15

Crop protection

.........................................................................................3073

1

3

2

16

Increased land value .................................................................................3074

1

3

2

17

Revenue from conservation payments...................................................... 3075

1

3

2

18

3076
......................................................................

1

3

2

.............3077

1

3

2

19

Improvement of marginal, unproductive or unfarmable land

Revenue from hunting leases

Traps debris from being deposited on crop fields during flooding
Other Benefits

3078

20

Hunting ...................................................................................................

1

3

2

21

3079
Recreation (other than hunting) ...................................................................

1

3

2

22

................3080

1

3

2

...................................................................3081

1

3

2

23
24

Improved resilience to weather extremes (drought, flood, etc.)
Scenic beauty and aesthetics
Other benefit(s) - Specify:

3082
_____________________________________________________________________________

8. Of the riparian forest buffer benefits listed above (1 - 24), which 3 are most
important to this operation? Enter the 3 corresponding numbers from the
3083
table above ................................................................................................................

Enter Number
___ ___

3084

___ ___

3085

___ ___

14
9. Have any of the following been challenges on this operation when establishing or managing the riparian forest
buffers?
Number

Potential Challenges

YES

1

Lack of information about establishment ............................................

2
3

3086

NO

DON'T KNOW

1

3

2

3087
Difficulty establishing trees/shrubs .............................................................

1

3

2

3088
......................................................................................

1

3

2

4

Lack of information on management and maintenance

3089
.............................

1

3

2

5

Difficulty regrowing trees within an established buffer ............................3090

1

3

2

6

3091
Expense of maintenance ...........................................................................

1

3

2

7

Lack of information on recommended tree/shrub species

3092
...........................

1

3

2

8

Lack of buffer knowledge among technical assistance providers ...........3093

1

3

2

9

3094
Lack of examples or demonstration sites ...................................................

1

3

2

10

3095
Lack of financial assistance .......................................................................

1

3

2

11

Lack of markets for products from buffers ..........................................

3096

1

3

2

12

3097
Loss of cropland ........................................................................................

1

3

2

13

Adds labor and complexity to management ........................................

1

3

2

14

3099
Conflict with farm equipment, practices, or layout ......................................

1

3

2

15

Trees and crops compete for space, light, water, and nutrients

3100
.................

1

3

2

16

Trees falling into waterways ...................................................................3101

1

3

2

17

Harbors harmful crop pests (wildlife, insects, weeds, etc.) .................

High startup costs

3098

3102

1

3

2

....................................3103

1

3

2

19

Tree/shrub pests and diseases

3104
..................................................................

1

3

2

20

3105
Herbicide drift damaging trees/shrubs .........................................................

1

3

2

21

Issues with subsurface drainage tiles .....................................................3106

1

3

2

22

Snow drift issues

....................................................................................3107

1

3

2

23

Damage to buffer trees/vegetation from livestock ..................................3108

1

3

2

24

Damage to buffer trees/vegetation from wildlife .....................................3109

1

3

2

25

Other challenge(s) - Specify:

18

Damage to buffer trees/vegetation from flooding

3110
__________________________________________________________________________

10. Of the challenges listed above (1 - 25), which 3 are most significant to this
3111
operation? Enter the 3 corresponding numbers from the table above ...................... ___

Enter Number
___

3112

___ ___

3113

___ ___

15

Section 4 - Alley Cropping and Intercropping with Trees and Crops
Alley cropping is the cultivation of crops or forages between rows of trees/shrubs. Orchards and tree plantations are
considered as alley cropping if crops or forages are grown/harvested from between the rows of trees/shrubs. Intercropping
is the deliberate cultivation of trees with crops or forages on the same field but does not need to be in defined rows and
alleys.
Does this operation have any land in alley cropping and/or intercropping with trees/crops?
4000

1

Yes - Continue

3

No - Go to Section 5, page 19
Alley and Inter

1. How many acres of land does this operation have in alley cropping/intercropping?
Cropping Acres
INCLUDE: land owned, rented, and leased from others. Report acreage as the combined total of land 4001
in trees, crops, idle or fallow ..........................................................................................................................
2. Does alley cropping/intercropping provide any of the following benefits to this operation?
Number

Conservation Benefits

YES

Habitat for pollinators and other beneficial insects...................................

4002

Wildlife habitat..........................................................................................

4003

Improved soil health.................................................................................

4004

4

Improved soil erosion control....................................................................

4005

5

Improved nutrient management................................................................

4006

6

Increased carbon storage in soils, trees, and vegetation.........................

4007

Chemical drift mitigation (pesticide, herbicide, fertilizer) ..........................

4008

8

Improved water quality.............................................................................

4009

9

Economic Benefits
Income from sale of products (crops, timber, etc.)...................................

4010

10

Crops/products for on-farm or personal use.............................................

4011

Increased production/yield of crops, forage, and/or tree products ...........

4012

12

Improved quality of crops, forage, and/or tree products ..........................

4013

13

Increased crop water use efficiency and/or irrigation efficiency................

4014

Increased land value................................................................................

4015

15

Revenue from conservation payments.....................................................

4016

16

Revenue from hunting leases...................................................................

4017

17

Improved crop protection from insects and pests.....................................

4018

18

Improvement of marginal, unproductive or unfarmable land....................

4019

19

Income diversification from multiple crops/products.................................

4020

20

Other Benefits
Aesthetics/scenic beauty..........................................................................

4021

21

Hunting ....................................................................................................

4022

Recreation (other than hunting)................................................................

4023

23

Improved resilience to weather extremes (drought, flood, etc.) ...............

4024

24

Other benefit(s) - Specify:

1
2
3

7

11

14

22

NO

DON'T KNOW

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

4025
______________________________________________________________________________

3. Of the alley cropping/intercropping benefits listed above (1 - 24), which 3 are
most important to this operation? Enter the 3 corresponding numbers from
4026
the table above .......................................................................................................

Enter Number
___ ___

4027

___ ___

4028

___ ___

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4. In the next five years, will the acreage in alley cropping/intercropping for this operation
increase, decrease or stay the same? Check one
4029

1

Increase - Specify reason(s):

4030

2

Decrease - Specify reason(s):

4031

3

Stay the same

4

Don't Know

5. Of the crops/products originating from alley cropping/intercropping listed below,
please specify whether this operation has:
►sold this before

►plan to sell this in the future

►use this for personal or on-farm use
Check all that apply
Sold this
before

Crops, Products and Resources from Alley Cropping/intercropping

Plan to sell this Use this for personal
in the future
or on-farm use

4032

4033

4034

4035

4036

4037

4038
c. Trees for non-timber products (pulp, fence posts, woodchips, etc.) ...................

4039

4040

4041
d. Forages/hay/fodder for livestock .........................................................................

4042

4043

4045

4046

4047

4049

4050

4051

4054

4055

4058

4059

a. Firewood ............................................................................................................
b. Trees for timber products (lumber, boards, veneer, utility poles, etc.) ................

e. Edibles/crops (walnuts, apples, pecans, grapes, etc.)
Specify products: 4044_____________________________________ ................
f.

Medicinal plants and herbs (American ginseng, goldenseal, etc.)
Specify products: 4048_____________________________________ ................

g. Decorative plants and/or materials for landscaping
4053
Specify products: 4052_____________________________________ ................
4057

h. Other crops/products - Specify:4056__________________________ .................

6. Please list the 3 most abundant tree and crop species combinations in alley cropping/intercropping system(s) by
common name (example: black walnut, pecan, corn, soybean, etc.). If multiple combinations exist, please describe
in the rows below.
TREES and/or SHRUBS

and

Specify species:

4060

.........

4061

Specify species:

4062

.........

4063

Specify species:

4064

.........

4065

CROPS and/or FORAGES

7. When were alley cropping/intercropping systems established on this operation? Check all that apply
4066

1

Less than 5 years ago

3

10 years - less than 15 years ago

2

5 years - less than 10 years ago

4

Greater than 15 years ago

5

Don't Know

17
8. Were any of the following activities used to establish alley cropping/intercropping on this operation?
Establishment Activities

YES

Converted a pasture or field to alley cropping by planting trees ..........................

4067

Converted an existing tree plantation to alley cropping by removing some trees
and adding crops or forage ..................................................................................

4068

Converted an existing forest or woodlot to alley cropping by removing some
trees and adding crops or forage .........................................................................

4069

Converted an orchard to alley cropping by adding crops or forage ......................

4070

NO

DON'T KNOW

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

Other conversion strategy - Specify: 4071______________________________________________________________
Site Preparation and Infrastructure Activities
Used herbicides for weed control/site preparation prior to planting trees ............

4072

Used cultivation for weed control/site preparation prior to planting trees .............

4073

Used barrier weed control (mulch, plastic, etc.) to establish trees .......................

4074

Irrigated trees during the 1- 3 year establishment period .....................................

4075

Controlled weeds after planting trees during the 1 - 3 year establishment period

4076

Replanted tree seedlings to fill gaps ....................................................................

4077

Used fertilizer and/or soil amendments prior to or during establishment .............

4078

Installed fencing and/or tree tubes to protect trees from wildlife/livestock ...........

4079

Installed or improved irrigation infrastructure .......................................................

4080

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

Other establishment activities - Specify: 4081

9. Have any of the following activities occurred, or will occur, to manage/maintain the alley cropping/intercropping on this
operation?
Management/Maintenance Activities

YES

Cultivation for weed control (disking, plowing, mowing, etc.) ...............................

4082

Herbicide for weed control ...................................................................................

4083

Barrier weed control (mulching/fabric) .................................................................

4084

Grazing livestock .................................................................................................

4085

Pesticide ..............................................................................................................

4086

Irrigation ...............................................................................................................

4087

Fertilization and/or soil amendments ...................................................................

4088

Replanting trees ...................................................................................................

4089

Replanting crops ..................................................................................................

4090

Pruning of tree branches and stems ....................................................................

4091

Pruning of tree roots to reduce competition with crops ........................................

4092

Removal of living or dead trees (thinning) ...........................................................

4093

Fencing or tree tubes to protect trees or crops from wildlife/livestock ..................

4094

NO

DON'T KNOW

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

Other management activities - Specify: 4095____________________________________________________________________________

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10. Have any of the following been challenges on this operation when establishing or managing the alley
cropping/intercropping systems?

Number

Potential Challenges

YES

1

Lack of information about establishment ................................................

4096

2

Difficulty establishing trees, crops, or forage ..........................................

4097

NO

DON'T KNOW

1

3

2

1

3

2

3

High startup costs

......................................................................................4098

1

3

2

4

Lack of information on management and maintenance .............................4099

1

3

2

5

Difficulty regrowing trees in an established alley cropping system .........

1

3

2

6

Expense of maintenance ...........................................................................4101

1

3

2

7

Lack of information on recommended tree/crop species combinations

4102

1

3

2

8

Lack of knowledge among technical assistance providers .........................4103

1

3

2

9

Lack of examples or demonstration sites ...................................................4104

1

3

2

10

Lack of financial assistance

.......................................................................4105

1

3

2

11

Lack of markets for products ..................................................................

4106

1

3

2

12

Adds labor and complexity to management ...........................................

4107

1

3

2

13

Conflict with farm equipment, practices, or layout ..................................

4108

1

3

2

14

Trees and crops compete for space, light, water, and nutrients .............

4109

1

3

2

15

Wildlife damage to trees and crops ........................................................

4110

1

3

2

16

Tree/shrub pests and diseases ..............................................................

4111

1

3

2

17

Herbicide drift damaging trees/shrubs ....................................................

4112

1

3

2

18

Issues with snow drifts ...........................................................................

4113

1

3

2

19

Other challenge - Specify:

4100

4114
______________________________________________________________________________

11. Of the challenges listed above (1 - 19), which 3 are most significant to this
4115
operation? Enter the 3 corresponding numbers from the table above ......................

Enter Number
___ ___

4116

___ ___

4117

___ ___

19

Section 5 - Forest Farming / Multi-Story Cropping
Multi-Story Cropping/Forest Farming is the deliberate cultivation of crops under a canopy of trees. The canopy is often
modified to provide levels of light that favor growth and enhanced production of the understory crops. Crops may include
edibles (fruits, vegetables, nuts, mushrooms, etc.) tapping trees for syrup, nursery or landscaping plants, woodland
herbal/medicinal plants, and decorative/floral products. A tree farm or plantation is not considered forest farming unless
understory crops are intentionally cultivated underneath the canopy of trees.
Does this operation have any land in forest farming/multi-story cropping?
5000
1

Yes - Continue

3

No - Go to Section 6, bottom of page 22

1. Is the forest farming system on this operation managed in any of the following ways?
a. Wild-stewarded: Managing existing wild plant populations in a wooded environment with 5001
the goal of sustainable harvest. Involves minimal site preparation or inputs .................................1

Yes

3

No

b. Wild-simulated: Deliberately cultivating crops in a natural growing environment. Involves
minimal management to expose the soil for planting. Can involve modification of the
5002 1
forest canopy to favor growth .........................................................................................................

Yes

3

No

c. Woods-grown: Cultivation in rows and/or clusters of a single crop under the forest
canopy. May involve tilling, fertilizing, weeding and controlling disease and pests. Often
5003 1
includes clearing vegetation in the understory and thinning the forest overstory ...........................

Yes

3

No

Forest Farming
Acres
5004
2. How many acres of land does this operation have in forest farming/multi-story cropping?
INCLUDE: land owned, rented, and leased from others ................................................................................

3. Were any of the following activities used to establish the forest farming system on this operation?
Establishment Activities

YES

Cultivation for weed control/site preparation .......................................................

5005

Used barrier weed control (mulch, plastic, etc.) to establish crops ......................

5006

Used herbicides for weed control/site preparation ..............................................

5007

Used fertilizer and/or soil amendments prior to or during establishment .............

5008

Cleared debris (leaf layer, fallen trees, branches, rocks, etc.) .............................

5009

Removed trees (thinning) ....................................................................................

5010

Pruned tree branches ..........................................................................................

5011

Removed competing understory vegetation ........................................................

5012

Installed irrigation infrastructure ..........................................................................

5013

Installed fencing and/or tree tubes to protect trees/shrubs from livestock/wildlife

5014

NO

DON'T KNOW

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

Other establishment activities - Specify: 5015___________________________________________________________
4. When were forest farming system(s) established on this operation? Check all that apply
5016

1

Less than 5 years ago

3

10 years - less than 15 years ago

2

5 years - less than 10 years ago

4

Greater than 15 years ago

5

Don't Know

20
5. Have any of the following activities occurred, or will occur, to manage/maintain the forest farming system on this
operation?
Management Activities

YES

Cultivation for weed control (pulling, disking, plowing, etc.) ................................

5017

Herbicides for weed control .................................................................................

5018

Barrier weed control (mulching/fabric) .................................................................

5019

Livestock grazing ................................................................................................

5020

Prescribed fire .....................................................................................................

5021

Irrigation ..............................................................................................................

5022

Fertilization and/or soil amendments ...................................................................

5023

Replanting trees ..................................................................................................

5024

Replanting understory crops ...............................................................................

5025

Pruning of tree branches and stems ...................................................................

5026

Pruning of understory branches and stems .........................................................

5027

Removal of living or dead trees (thinning) ...........................................................

5028

Removal/clearing of understory vegetation, rocks, and forest debris ..................

5029

Fencing or tree tubes to protect trees/crops from wildlife/livestock .....................

5030

NO

DON'T KNOW

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

1

3

2

Other management activities- Specify: 5031____________________________________________________________
6. Of the crops/products originating from forest farming systems listed below, please specify whether this operation has:
►sold this before

►plans to sell this in the future

►use this for personal or on-farm use
Check all that apply

Crops, Products and Resources from Forest Farming

Sold this
before

Plan to sell
this in the
future

Use this for
personal or onfarm use

5032

5033

5034

5035

5036

5037

5038

5039

5040

5042

5043

5044

5047

5048

5051

5052

5056

5057

a. Firewood ...............................................................................................................
b. Trees for timber products (lumber, boards, veneer, utility poles, etc.) ..................
c. Trees for non-timber products (pulp, fence posts, woodchips, etc.) .......................
d. Edibles (shiitake mushrooms, maple syrup, ramps, etc.)
Specify products: 5041_____________________________________ ....................
e. Medicinal plants and herbs (American ginseng, goldenseal, etc.)
5046

Specify products: 5045_____________________________________ ....................
f.

Decorative plants and/or materials for landscaping
5050
Specify products: 5049_____________________________________ ....................
5055

g. Other crops/products - Specify:5053_________________________ .......................

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7. Does forest farming provide any of the following benefits to this operation?
Number

Conservation Benefits

YES

NO

DON'T KNOW

....................................5057

1

3

2

2

Wildlife habitat

.......................................................................................... 5058

1

3

2

3

Improved soil health ..................................................................................5059

1

3

2

4

Improved soil erosion control .................................................................

1

3

2

5

Improved water quality ..............................................................................5061

1

3

2

6

................................................................5062

1

3

2

7

Increased carbon storage in soils, trees, and vegetation

..........................5063

1

3

2

8

Invasive weed control ...............................................................................5064

1

3

2

1

Habitat for pollinators and other beneficial insects

Improved nutrient management

5060

Economic Benefits
9

Income from sale of products (edibles, timber, etc.) .................................5065

1

3

2

10

.............................................5066

1

3

2

11

Increased crop production/yield

................................................................5067

1

3

2

12

Improved crop quality ............................................................................... 5068

1

3

2

13

................................. 5069

1

3

2

14

Improvement of marginal unproductive or unfarmable land

......................5070

1

3

2

15

Increased water-use efficiency ................................................................. 5071

1

3

2

16

Increased land value .................................................................................5072

1

3

2

17

Revenue from conservation payments ..................................................... 5073

1

3

2

18

...................................................................5074

1

3

2

.......................................................................5075

1

3

2

20

Cultural/family tradition .............................................................................5076

1

3

2

21

Hunting ...................................................................................................

19

Crops/products for on-farm or personal use

Income diversification from multiple crops/products

Revenue from hunting leases
Timber stand improvement
Other Benefits

5077

1

3

2

................................................................5078

1

3

2

23

Improved resilience to weather extremes (drought, flood, etc.)

................5079

1

3

2

24

Aesthetics/scenic beauty ..........................................................................5080

1

3

2

22

25

Recreation (other than hunting)

Other benefit(s) - Specify:

5081
_____________________________________________________________________________

8. Of the forest farming benefits listed above (1 - 25), which 3 are most
important to this operation? Enter the 3 corresponding numbers from the
5082
table above ...........................................................................................................

Enter Number
___ ___

5083

9. In the next five years, will the acreage in forest farming or multi-story cropping for this operation
increase, decrease or stay the same? Check one
5085

1

Increase - Specify reason(s):

5086

2

Decrease - Specify reason(s):

5087

3

Stay the same

4

Don't Know

___ ___

5084

___ ___

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10. Have any of the following been challenges when establishing or managing the forest farming system?
Number

Potential Challenges

Yes

1

5088
Lack of information about establishment ....................................................

2

Difficulty establishing crops .................................................................

3

No

Don't Know

1

3

2

1

3

2

5090
High startup costs ......................................................................................

1

3

2

4

Lack of information on management and maintenance

5091
.............................

1

3

2

5

Difficulty regrowing trees within an established forest farming system ...5092

1

3

2

6

5093
Expense of maintenance ...........................................................................

1

3

2

7

Lack of information on recommended crop species ............................

5094

1

3

2

8

Lack of knowledge among technical assistance providers ..................

5095

1

3

2

9

5096
Lack of examples or demonstration sites ...................................................

1

3

2

10

5097
Lack of financial assistance .......................................................................

1

3

2

11

Lack of markets for products ...............................................................

5098

1

3

2

12

Adds labor and complexity to management ...........................................5099

1

3

2

13

Conflict with farm equipment, practices, or layout ..................................5100

1

3

2

14

Trees and crops compete for space, light, water, and nutrients .............5101

1

3

2

15

Wildlife damage to trees and/or understory crops

..................................5102

1

3

2

16

Tree/shrub pests and diseases ..............................................................5103

1

3

2

17

Theft of forest farming crops ..................................................................5104

1

3

2

18

Other challenge(s) - Specify:

5089

5105
_________________________________________________________________________

11. Of the challenges listed above (1 - 18), which 3 are most significant to this
5106
operation? Enter the 3 corresponding numbers from the table above ...................

Enter Number
___ ___

5107

___ ___

5108

___ ___

Section 6 - General Knowledge
Did you fill out at least one of the previous agroforestry sections in this survey (i.e. for windbreaks, silvopasture, riparian
forest buffers, alley cropping and/or forest farming)?
6000

6001

6002

Yes - I filled out at least one section - Go to item 1, page 23
No - this operation never practiced agroforestry - Go to Section 7, back page
No - this operation stopped using agroforestry since filling out the 2017 Census of Agriculture.
Specify which agroforestry practice was stopped and why:
6003____________________________________________________________________________

Go to Section 7, back page
6004

No - this operation uses other forms of agroforestry not specified in this survey.
Briefly describe the system:
6005____________________________________________________________________________

Go to Section 7, back page

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1. Do you use any of the following resources when gathering information about agroforestry?

Number

Information Source

YES

Neighboring farmers, non-neighbor farmers or farmer groups ...............

6006

2

Conservation district staff .......................................................................

6007

3

Private forester .......................................................................................

6008

4

Agricultural or conservation consultant from a for-profit business ..........

6009

5

Non-profit organization ...........................................................................

6010

University Cooperative Extension ...........................................................

6011

7

State agricultural, environment or forestry staff ......................................

6012

8

Federal agricultural, environment or forestry staff ..................................

6013

9

Internet ...................................................................................................

6014

10

Social media ...........................................................................................

6015

Email/E-newsletter .................................................................................

6016

12

Farming/conservation magazines ...........................................................

6017

13

Books, print newsletters, brochures .......................................................

6018

14

Peer reviewed scientific journals ............................................................

6019

15

Have someone visit this operation ..........................................................

6020

Visit a different operation (field tour, demonstration site, etc.) ................

6021

17

Attendance at a conference or workshop ...............................................

6022

18

Other information source - Specify:

1

6

11

16

NO

1

3

1

3

1

3

1

3

1

3

1

3

1

3

1

3

1

3

1

3

1

3

1

3

1

3

1

3

1

3

1

3

1

3

6023 ______________________________________________________

2. Of the information sources listed above (1 - 18), which 3 are most useful to
6024
this operation? Enter the 3 corresponding numbers from the table above .............

Enter Number
___ ___

6025

___ ___

6026

___ ___

3. Has this operation used any of the following funding sources to establish, manage and/or support agroforestry practices:
6027

a. Self-funded with own money? ............................ 1
6028

b. Loans from banks or credit unions?.................... 1
6029

c. Loans from private investors? ............................ 1
d. Federal funding (grants, loans, cost share, etc.)?
6030
1

Yes - Please specify program:

3

No

6031

e. State funding (grants, loans, cost share, etc.)?
6032

f.

1

Yes - Please specify program:

3

No

6033

Funding from a non-governmental organization?
6034

1

Yes - Please specify:

3

No

g. Other - Please specify:

6036

6035

Yes

3

No

Yes

3

No

Yes

3

No

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4. If this operation sells products originating from any of its agroforestry systems, please indicate where they have been
sold. Only fill in column(s) corresponding to the agroforestry practice(s) this operation utilizes.
Products
from
Windbreak

Places where agroforestry crops/products have
been or will be sold

Products
Products from
Products
Products
from
Riparian
from Alley/ from Forest
Silvopasture Forest Buffer Intercropping Farming

6037
a. Food distributor, broker, or processor .........................

6038

6039

6040

6041

6042
b. Grain elevator .............................................................

6043

6044

6045

6046

6047
c. Ethanol or biodiesel facility .........................................

6048

6049

6050

6051

6052
d. Restaurants, grocery stores, or institutions
like schools and hospitals ...........................................

6053

6054

6055

6056

6057
e. Food cooperative ........................................................

6058

6059

6060

6061

6062
Animal stockyards ......................................................

6063

6064

6065

6066

6067
g. Other farmers .............................................................

6068

6069

6070

6071

6072
h. Farmers' market .........................................................

6073

6074

6075

6076

i.

6077
U-pick .........................................................................

6078

6079

6080

6081

j.

6082
Farm stand or store ....................................................

6083

6084

6085

6086

6087
k. Community Supported Agriculture ..............................

6088

6089

6090

6091

6092
Loggers purchasing standing trees
(stumpage) .................................................................

6093

6094

6095

6096

6097
m. Wood products direct-to-mill, wood
manufacturer, timber supplier, etc. .............................

6097

6099

6100

6101

n. Other: Please Specify: 6102

6104

6105

6106

6107

f.

l.

6103
___________________________________ ....................................

Section 7 - Conclusion

Contact Information:

Operation Phone:

Operation Email:

9936

9937

check if
cell phone

(________) ________-_______________
Respondent Name:

Respondent Phone: (if different from above)

9912

9911

check if
cell phone

(________) ________-_______________

9910
Date:

MM
__ __

DD

YY

__ __ __ __

This completes the survey. Thank you for your help.
OFFICE USE ONLY
Response
1-Comp
9901
2-R
3-Inac
4-Office Hold
5-R – Est
6-Inac – Est
7-Off Hold – Est
S/E Name

Respondent
1-Op/Mgr
2-Spouse
3-Acct/Bkpr
4-Partner
9-Other

9902

Mode
1-PASI (Mail)
2-PATI (Tel)
3-PAPI (Face-toFace)
6-Email
7-Fax
19-Other

Enum.
9903

9998

Eval.
9900

Change
9985

Office Use for POID
9989

__ __ __ - __ __ __ - __ __ __

Optional Use
9907

9908

9906

9916


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