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Synopsis The fourth edition of the book, which deals with major issues relating to the intricate aspects of agricultural statistical system in India, presents completely revised and updated material, encompassing the recent developments in the field. The book discusses in detail the nature, scope, development and availability of agricultural statistics in India. A number of new chapters covering latest aspects of the subject have been added to enhance the usage of the book, both as a text and a reference. In a developing country like India, where agriculture plays an important role, the need for knowledge about agricultural statistics and limitations from which they suffer has grown for the vast research community. This is the only publication available in India which serves as a comprehensive text for the students and as a valuable guide to all those interested in studying the agricultural statistics and using the knowledge in their individual professions. The text will be of immense help and interest to the students of agricultural statistics and those focusing on economic problems of Indian agriculture. It will serve as a useful guide, handy reference and a rich source of information to the researchers, policy and decision makers, administrators, planners, executives of banks and financial institutions, and educated farmers.