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Abstract:
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The collection methodology for the Canadian Census of Agriculture will change in 2011, moving from a primarily drop-off/mail-back approach to a primarily mail-out/mail-back one. To ensure that the new collection methodology does not have a negative impact on farm coverage, modifications to the existing methodology are required. Prior to the census, improvements are needed to both the quality and coverage of the Farm Register to ensure a good mailing list. A redesigned survey to identify new farming operations will help to achieve this. During census collection, the strategy to prioritize and select non-responding farms for telephone follow-up will play a key role in maintaining coverage. Following census collection, imputation will be used to help maintain coverage. In addition to covering these topics, the methodology for evaluating farm coverage will be reviewed.
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