Rhode Island is the smallest state in the United States and has limited land available for agriculture. The state is known for its specialty crops, dairy products, and seafood. Here are the top 10 agricultural products of Rhode Island, along with their approximate acreage and revenue (data as of 2021):
- Greenhouse and nursery products - 1,500 acres, $130 million
- Dairy products - 14,000 acres, $54 million
- Hay - 6,000 acres, $5 million
- Aquaculture - 1,200 acres, $5 million
- Sweet corn - 700 acres, $3.5 million
- Apples - 400 acres, $2 million
- Vegetables - 500 acres, $1.5 million
- Turfgrass - 200 acres, $1 million
- Beef and calves - 1,200 acres, $900,000
- Christmas trees - 100 acres, $750,000
These figures are approximate and can vary from year to year based on factors such as weather, market demand, and other variables.