Group 1 - The State Council has issued a notice regarding the implementation of the fourth national agricultural census [1] - This census aims to gather comprehensive data on agricultural production, management, and rural development [1] - The initiative is expected to enhance the understanding of the agricultural sector and inform policy-making [1] Group 2 - The notice outlines the objectives, scope, and methodology of the census [1] - It emphasizes the importance of accurate data collection for improving agricultural productivity and sustainability [1] - The census will involve various stakeholders, including local governments and agricultural enterprises [1]

Group 1 - The economic structure of Cambodia is undergoing a significant transformation, with the number of farming households decreasing by over 13% in the past decade, from approximately 2.13 million in 2013 to about 1.85 million in 2023 [1] - Agricultural land area has notably increased, with cassava cultivation area rising from 294,000 hectares in 2013 to 420,000 hectares in 2023, and cashew cultivation area increasing from 71,000 hectares to 370,000 hectares [1] - The average land area per farming household has increased from 1.5 hectares in 2013 to 1.7 hectares in 2023, with about 70% of farming households having land areas not exceeding 2 hectares [1] Group 2 - The average age of farmers in Cambodia is reported to be 31.8 years [2] - The irrigation system covers only about 20% of rural areas in Cambodia, indicating a need for improvement in agricultural infrastructure [3] - The 2023 agricultural census involved around 6,000 surveyors across 25 provinces, collecting data on crop cultivation, livestock, poultry, and aquaculture, supported by the FAO [3]