From time to time, USDA adjusts its annual America's Farms and Ranches at a glance report to include new categories. Research economist Katherine Lim, one of the authors of the latest study, says new categories include. Farmers use of unpriced commodity storage both on and off farm, and farmers use of precision agriculture technologies. On-farm commodity storage containers are a cost-effective solution for farmers. They offer low-cost storage without extensive construction or maintenance12. These containers are wind- and watertight, protecting equipment, tools, and supplies from moisture and pests Which includes data on on farm commodity storage. For on farm storage. Use of that is more common among larger farms. 60% of very large family farms have on farm storage. Some unpriced commodity on farm as of December 1st, 2023, As well as trends in use of precision agriculture equipment and technologies. Larger scale family farms are more likely to use these technologies than small family farms. That might be due to the benefits they receive from using these technologies, as well as they can be expensive, so the capital investment required to get them set up. Precision agriculture, also known as precision farming or smart farming, represents a modern approach to agricultural and crop management that leverages technology to optimize productivity, efficiency, and sustainability.