Agriculture

Why Agriculture is Important to San Diego County

Although agriculture is not a high-profile industry, it ranks as the fourth largest industry in San Diego County (after manufacturing, tourism and defense) and contributes more than $1 billion to the local economy. When all economic factors are considered, including payroll, purchase of goods and transportation, agriculture has a total value to the local economy of $4 billion. In addition to the value to the economy, the farmers of San Diego County own and maintain vast tracts of open space, plant trees and crops that help improve air quality, provide a sumptuous harvest of locally grown products and help protect the ambience that is San Diego County.

San Diego County Agricultural Profile

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