Carroll County Agriculture Thrives With 25% Increase in Market Value

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) has announced the results of the  2022 Census ofA tractor pulls a piece of farming equipment in a field Agriculture, which shows that agriculture in Carrol County has increased by 25%.

Ag census data provides valuable insights into demographics, economics, land use and activities on U.S. farms and ranches and demonstrates how agriculture is a critical industry in Carroll County that continues to add to the local economy.

An overview of Carroll County data comparing 2022 to the previous 2017 statistics can be found on the Carroll County Website

Commissioner Kenny Kiler, President of the Board of County Commissioners said, “The agriculture industry has always been and continues to be a cornerstone for our county. It is an economic driver as well as an essential part of the county’s heritage, tourism, and scenic landscape.”