The County of Ventura Agriculture Commissioner's office has recently released the 2010 Ventura County Crop Report.
Over the last five years the value of Ventura County crops has increased each and every year. The increase from 2009 to 2010 was the largest by far during this time period at over $235 million. Total value of Ventura County crops in 2010 was $1,859,151,000.
Now for a look at our current top ten crops, and their monetary value during 2010:
- Strawberries -- $542,127,000
- Celery -- $182,268,000
- Nursery Stock -- $180,057,000
- Lemons -- $174,766,000
- Raspberries -- $167,446,000
- Avocados -- $148,343,000
- Tomatoes -- $120,085,000
- Cut Flowers -- $47,348,000
- Peppers -- $45,364,000
- Valencia Oranges -- $28,164,000
Other 2010 million dollar plus Ventura County crops are: cabbage, greens, cilantro, lettuce, spinach, vegetable transplants, parsley, radishes, livestock, tangerines, cucumber, beans, kale, broccoli, Asian vegetables, beets, carrots, orchids, poinsettia, and onions.
In addition to lots of interesting facts and figures regarding local agriculture, this report provides information for consumers regarding local food systems. Our agricultural workers throughout the industry work hard. Let's do what we can to support their efforts and our local economy!