Cropland Data Layer Download _top_ May 2026

: Downloads from the Geospatial Data Gateway are often provided in UTM (Universal Transverse Mercator) for regional accuracy.

: Use this for full-sized, state-level or national zipped files. As of 2024, the spatial resolution has been upgraded to 10 meters (from 30 meters), significantly improving detail. cropland data layer download

: Tracking crop loss after floods or droughts by comparing historical planting patterns with current imagery. : Downloads from the Geospatial Data Gateway are

: A reliable source for downloading CDL data along with other environmental layers like soil surveys and climate data. : Tracking crop loss after floods or droughts

: Identifying potential soil erosion or nutrient runoff risks based on specific crop rotations (e.g., corn vs. alfalfa).

: National layers can be several hundred megabytes to gigabytes. If you only need a specific county, use the "Export" or "Clip" tool in CropScape.

: Helping the Agricultural Statistics Board supplement farmer-reported data with objective satellite observations.