Agriculture is the foundation of Minnesota's economy. Minnesota ranks #6 in the nation in agricultural production, with $26 billion in agricultural sales per year. Minnesota’s combined agriculture, food processing, and forestry industries contribute over 15% of Minnesota’s total economic activities and support over 10% of all jobs. The overall impacts of Minnesota’s agricultural production, processing, and forestry industries generate nearly $106 billion annually in total economic impacts and support 388,134 jobs.
The MDA provides market information and economic data to Minnesota's agricultural producers, processors, and exporters, as well as policymakers and the general public. Key areas include economic and statistical analysis, domestic and international market research, and economic impact studies at the state and local levels.
Research Reports and Publications
Minnesota Agricultural Profiles
- Minnesota Agricultural Facts and Stats (PDF)
- Minnesota Agricultural Profile (PDF)
- Minnesota Crops Profile (PDF)
- Minnesota Livestock Profile (PDF)
- Minnesota Dairy Industry Profile (PDF)
- Minnesota Beef Industry Profile (PDF)
- Minnesota Poultry Industry Profile (PDF)
- Minnesota Turkey Industry Profile (PDF)
County Economic Profiles
The MDA offers summary reports about agricultural production statistics, rankings, agricultural employment, farm income, and production expenses for a number of Minnesota counties. Contact us to request them.
International Market Profiles
- Canada Market Profile (PDF)
- China Market Profile (PDF)
- Cuba Market Profile (PDF)
- Japan Market Profile (PDF)
- Mexico Market Profile (PDF)
- Russia Market Profile (PDF)
- Taiwan Market Profile (PDF)
For other country and regional reports (including Brazil, Colombia, India, South Korea, Thailand, Vietnam, and South America), contact us.
Export and Commodity Profiles
- Minnesota Agricultural Export Highlights (PDF)
- Corn Export Markets (PDF)
- Soybean Export Markets (PDF)
- Beef Export Markets (PDF)
- Dairy Export Markets (PDF)
- Pork Export Markets (PDF)
For other market analyses, including turkeys and wheat, contact us.
