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The accuracy, reliability, and timeliness of the Department of Agriculture's Statistical Reporting Service (SRS) reports and their usefulness to farmers were evaluated. SRS is responsible for preparing national and state forecasts and estimates pertaining to current and near-future supplies of agricultural products. The purpose of publishing such data is to help farmers make production and marketing decisions.

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