Acreages of different crops, as reported by Agricultural Censuses 1922-35

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Agricultural Census Crop Categories, 1922- 1931
Wheat 1,246,725 Show data context
Oats 2,486,692 Show data context
Rye 35,675 Show data context
Peas 132,778 Show data context
Potatoes 574,874 Show data context
Turnips & Swedes 982,283 Show data context
Sugar Beet 234,174 Show data context
Other Crops 294,619 Show data context
Bare Fallow 363,686 Show data context
Date: Source:
1931 Department of Agriculture and Fisheries for Scotland, Scottish Agricultural Statistics (HM Stationery Office) ,

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The Agricultural Census used this set of crops in its main tabulation by county between 1922 and 1935 (?). More detailed breakdowns were given in other tables for orchard fruit, soft fruit and, within 'other crops', market garden produce.


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Date accessed: 27th April 2024