Employment Level - Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations
LNU02032209 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1,198.00
Year-over-Year Change
6.11%
Date Range
1/1/1983 - 7/1/2025
Summary
Tracks employment levels in farming, fishing, and forestry sectors. Provides critical insight into agricultural and natural resource workforce dynamics.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
Measures the total number of employed individuals in primary resource extraction and agricultural occupations. Reflects economic conditions in rural and resource-dependent industries.
Methodology
Data collected through monthly Current Population Survey by U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Used by policymakers to assess rural economic health and agricultural sector employment trends.
Key Facts
- Reflects seasonal variations in agricultural employment
- Indicates economic resilience of primary resource sectors
- Helps track long-term structural changes in rural economies
FAQs
Q: How do seasonal changes affect farming employment?
A: Agricultural employment fluctuates with planting and harvesting seasons. Peak employment typically occurs during summer months.
Q: What impacts farming employment levels?
A: Technological advances, climate conditions, and global agricultural markets significantly influence employment in these sectors.
Q: How reliable is this employment data?
A: BLS survey provides statistically robust monthly estimates with established sampling methodologies.
Q: Why track farming employment?
A: Provides crucial insights into rural economic health and structural changes in primary resource industries.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: Monthly updates provide current snapshot of farming, fishing, and forestry workforce levels.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Employment Level - Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations (LNU02032209), retrieved from FRED.