It's National Agriculture Day!

This is an important day to recognize our farmers and the importance of agriculture in our world. In North Carolina, agriculture is such an integral part of who we are. Agriculture is North Carolinas biggest industry, generating over $103 billion each year. Additionally, NC agriculture employs 16% of the states workforce. Agriculture in NC not only fuels our bodies, but also our local economy!

Below we have some facts about agriculture in North Carolina and in Onslow County. Additionally, there are some linked reports if you'd like to learn more about what is happening with agriculture in NC!

• 96% of NC farms are family farms
• Average age of a NC farmer is 58.1
• There are over 46,000 farming operations in NC
• 1,810 NC farms reported having renewable energy producing systems
• There are 74,062 total producers in NC, 32.5 percent are female
• Farm Land makes up 10.7% of all land in Onslow County
• Agriculture is the Third Highest Economic Impact in Onslow County

https://www.ces.ncsu.edu/how-extension-works/extension-impacts/

NC Agricultural Industry Economic Impacts 2023

2023 State Agriculture Overview, North Carolina

NCDA - Agricultural Statistics Page

2022 Census of Agriculture in NC