The National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) is requesting an extension of 3 years to an ongoing annual data collection and publication of data related to Hemp from across the United States. This is a voluntary data collection.
Program Changes: Sample Size Reduction - By improving the list frame from the original IC in 2021, NASS has been able to reduce the sample size from 20,000 to 8,500.
Adjustments: Presurvey Postcard Discontinued - Previously, NASS sent out postcards to potential growers before the main survey. This practice has been discontinued.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that the collection of information encompassed by this request complies with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR 1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding the proposed collection of information, that the certification covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.