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Agriculture

Census of Agriculture – U.S. Department of Agriculture

The Census of Agriculture is a complete count of U.S. farms and ranches and the people who operate them. Completed once every five years. 

https://www.nass.usda.gov/AgCensus/ 

CroplandCROS – USDA NASS

Now known as CroplandCROS, this geospatial data product hosts the Cropland Data Layer (CDL). The app allows users to geolocate farms and map areas of interest. To aid users, the app features a user guide and instructional videos.

https://croplandcros.scinet.usda.gov/

CropScape Cropland Data Layer – U.S. Department of Agriculture

A web map explorer that allows users to explore the Cropland Data Layer, analyze and download summary statistics and data for particular areas, it is currently being replaced by the CroplandCROS web application.  

https://nassgeodata.gmu.edu/CropScape/ 

OpenET

OpenET uses the best available science to provide easily accessible satellite-based estimates of evapotranspiration (ET) for improved water management across the western United States.  

https://explore.etdata.org/