Georgia Ag
Impact Report
The Georgia Ag Impact Report provides the state's agricultural stakeholders the research-backed insights they need to support Georgia’s No. 1 industry. As a national leader in agricultural innovation and outreach, the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES) is proud to empower producers with innovative research to cultivate a stronger, healthier Georgia.
Georgia Ag
Impact Report
The Georgia Ag Impact Report provides the state's agricultural stakeholders the research-backed insights they need to support Georgia’s No. 1 industry. As a national leader in agricultural innovation and outreach, the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES) is proud to empower producers with innovative research to cultivate a stronger, healthier Georgia.
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The Georgia Farm Gate Value Report is an annual, county-level economic valuation of food and fiber production in the state. The numbers in this report are estimated by local county UGA Cooperative Extension agents and refined by data analysts from the CAES Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics. This report was last reviewed January 2025.
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View data by year, county or commodity
The Georgia Farm Gate Value Report is an annual, county-level economic valuation of food and fiber production in the state. The numbers in this report are estimated by local county UGA Cooperative Extension agents and refined by data analysts from the CAES Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics. This report was last reviewed January 2025.
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High-level impact and stats
As agriculture drives local economies across Georgia and shapes our state’s health and prosperity, it is important to track its evolution over time. This report aims to provide Georgia’s residents, farmers, producers and key decision-makers with a clear understanding of changes and trends in the industry.
The 2025 Georgia Ag Impact Report data is based on the 2023 Georgia Farm Gate Value Report, an annual county-level economic valuation for all food and fiber production in the state.
Together, Georgia commodities directly represent a value of over $17.6 billion to the state's economy. In 2023, food and fiber production and related industries contributed $91.4 billion in output to Georgia’s $1.4 trillion economy and more than 381,200 jobs.
Georgia's top commodities are:
1. Broilers: $5.8 billion | 33% of total farm gate value
2. Eggs: $988 million | 5.6% of total farm gate value
3. Beef: $981.7 million | 5.6% of total farm gate value
4. Cotton: $938.6 million | 5.3% of total farm gate value
5. Peanuts: $915 million | 5.2% of total farm gate value
6. Timber: $885.8 million | 5% of total farm gate value
7. Greenhouse: $585 million | 3.3% of total farm gate value
8. Blueberries: $526.6 million | 3% of total farm gate value
9. Corn: $514 million | 2.9% of total farm gate value
10. Dairy: $456.1 million | 2.6% of total farm gate value
Fun facts about Georgia farming
- In 2023, Georgia produced more than one-half of the nation’s peanuts.
- The economic contribution of food and fiber plus related industries adds up to over $8,285 per person in Georgia.
- Nearly 75% of Georgia counties are involved in poultry and egg production.
- In Georgia, 9,953,730 acres of land is used by farms and the average farm size is 235 acres.
- Harvested cropland accounts for 3,628,707 acres.
We are a national leader in agriculture.
By quantity of production, Georgia dominates the U.S. agriculture market, with pecans ranking No. 1, blueberries ranking No. 3 and peaches ranking No. 8. Georgia watermelon, bell pepper and cucumber production are also among the top-ranked in the nation.
In addition to our thriving crop production, we are consistently recognized as the top forestry state in the nation, with vast forests that support a robust timber and paper products industry.
This information comes from the National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS), a division of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. NASS conducts hundreds of surveys every year to catalog growth and shifts in the U.S. agriculture industry. Through the Census of Agriculture, conducted every five years, NASS offers detailed farm production insights at the county level. Their work provides accurate and unbiased statistics on production.
Agriculture supports many other Georgia industries
In terms of employment:
- Truck transportation: 10,426 employed
- Other nondurable goods wholesalers: 4,995 employed
- Warehousing and storage: 4,157 employed
- Couriers and messengers: 4,107 employed
- Employment services: 3,849 employed
- Other real estate: 3,388 employed
- Management of companies and enterprises: 3,186 employed
- Grocery and related product wholesalers: 2,757 employed
- Other durable goods merchant wholesalers: 2,186 employed
- Scenic and sightseeing transportation and support activities: 1,781 employed
How do these industries work together?
The state's agricultural products rely on efficient logistics systems for distribution. Truck transportation plays a critical role, with thousands of jobs dedicated to moving goods from farms to markets and distribution centers. Warehousing and storage are also integral, providing facilities for storing perishable and non-perishable agricultural products. Farmers benefit from Georgia's strategic location and infrastructure, such as major highways and proximity to the Port of Savannah, which enable the state to function as a logistics hub.
You may have guessed that trucking and warehouses interact with agriculture, but what about less obvious industry connections like real estate? Farmland is a significant portion of Georgia's real estate market. Real estate professionals assist in transactions involving agricultural land and agritourism properties, ensuring these properties are used efficiently and sustainably.
County-level commodity data
This data is pulled from the Georgia Farm Gate Value Report, which you can interact with at the top of this page. We have pulled out key information about Georgia's top commodities by county for easy viewing.
Data Sources: Georgia Farm Gate Value Report 2023 and IMPLAN® model 2023 data, using inputs provided by the user and IMPLAN Group LLC, IMPLAN System (data and software), 16905 Northcross Dr., Suite 120, Huntersville, NC 28078, www.IMPLAN.com.
Total commodity impact:
$17.6 billion
See your county's contribution to Georgia's farm gate value in the heat map below.
Poultry and eggs:
$6.93 billion
Georgia leads the nation in broiler chicken production and is a significant producer of eggs. Poultry farming is the largest segment of our agricultural industry, with operations in nearly 75% of the state's counties (119/159 counties).
Row and forage crops:
$3.11 billion
Row crops, such as peanuts, cotton, soybeans and corn, get their name from the organized rows they are grown in. These crops are used for human consumption, as well as for industrial purposes and animal feed. Forage crops, including bermudagrass, ryegrass and clover, are grown to feed livestock through grazing, hay or silage.
Livestock and aquaculture:
$1.94 billion
Beef cattle is the largest segment of Georgia's livestock industry, followed by poultry, swine, goats and sheep. Georgia's favorable climate and agricultural resources also support aquaculture, the farming of aquatic species such as fish, shellfish, and aquatic plants. Key aquaculture products include catfish, trout, oysters and clams.
Ornamental horticulture:
$1.35 billion
Ornamental horticulture involves the cultivation and use of plants for aesthetic purposes, such as in landscaping, gardening and urban green spaces. In Georgia, this encompasses many plants grown in greenhouses, nurseries and home gardens.
Vegetables:
$1.33 billion
Some of the top vegetables grown in Georgia include Vidalia onions, sweet corn, tomatoes, squash and leafy greens. Georgia vegetable producers benefit from the state's favorable climate and innovative farming techniques, such as precision agriculture and sustainable practices.
Fruits and nuts:
$1.11 billion
Peaches, Georgia’s signature fruit, are not just a commercial crop but a point of pride for the state. Blueberries, another major product, have surpassed even peaches in production value in recent years. Home gardening of fruits and nuts also thrives in Georgia.
Forestry & products:
$1.06 billion
Forests cover nearly two-thirds of Georgia and play a vital role in cleaning the air, filtering water and supporting our diverse ecosystems. Georgia has consistently ranked the top forestry state in the nation - exporting timber, lumber and wood-based fuels. Forestry products include paper, packaging, furniture and food items derived from tree saps and extracts.
Agritourism and hunting leases:
$212 million
Georgia's thriving agricultural industry and beautiful natural scenery make it a top destination for agritourism and hunting. Popular activities include camping, trail riding, corn mazes, hunting, fishing and wildlife watching, drawing millions of residents and visitors each year.
Learn more about Georgia farms
Georgia farms per county, categorized by sale value:
What impacts sale value? Land quality and soil type are very important for sale price, as fertile, well-drained soils increase property value. Location plays a significant role as well because farms near urban areas or transportation hubs are often worth more due to easier access to markets. Water access, including reliable irrigation or natural water sources, also affects productivity and value. Farm size and type — whether for crops, livestock, or timber — are important considerations.
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Georgia farms by size:
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For more insights and key takeaways, please visit the 2025 Georgia Ag Forecast annual publication.
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