The nation's agricultural powerhouses
America’s amber fields of grain are not only beautiful, they’re also worth big money. As well as putting food on the table of millions of Americans, US agricultural exports have grown significantly over the last 25 years, reaching over $175 billion in 2024.
As food prices continue to rise, read on to discover the top 20 states producing the most food, how much money they make from it, and which countries around the world are buying it.
All figures are based on 2023 US Department of Agriculture data on annual farming revenue and exports, the most recent figures available.
Daniel Coughlin
19 June 2025
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