Agriculture

Agriculture plays a vital role in Indiana’s economy. With more than 53,000 farms totaling over 15 million acres of farmland, Indiana is a leading producer of corn, soybeans, hogs, poultry, popcorn, and tomato products.

More than 16 percent of Indiana’s workforce is connected to agriculture, food and forestry and Indiana’s farm, food and forestry products add $25 billion to the state economy each year.

Indiana actively promotes the use of biofuels, including ethanol and blended biofuels, derived from corn and soybeans. The state also has adopted a comprehensive clean energy production incentive package to encourage advanced agricultural investment in Indiana.

Indiana’s natural environment and commitment to industry support make it an ideal location for agricultural business opportunities.

Resources

http://www.in.gov/isda