Alaska's food industry revolves around wild-caught seafood, especially salmon and crab. The state leads in sustainable fisheries and cold-water processing operations.
These agricultural products form the foundation of Alaska's food supply chain, supporting local food manufacturers and ingredient suppliers.
| Manufacturing Establishments | 310 |
| Manufacturing Employees | 16,200 |
| Organic Certified Farms | 22 |
| FDA-Registered Facilities | 920 |
Sources: USDA Census of Agriculture, FDA Registered Food Facilities, Bureau of Labor Statistics. Figures are approximate.
Alaska has approximately 920 FDA-registered food facilities, covering manufacturing, processing, packing, and storage operations.
The top agricultural products in Alaska include Seafood (wild salmon), Greenhouse vegetables, Hay, Potatoes, Reindeer. These drive the state's food manufacturing and processing sector.
Alaska has approximately 22 certified organic farms, contributing to the state's organic food production and local food systems.
Alaska is known for specialty foods including Smoked salmon, King crab, Akutaq (Eskimo ice cream), Birch syrup. These reflect the state's unique culinary heritage and local ingredients.
Alaska's food manufacturing sector employs approximately 16,200 workers across 310 establishments, making it a significant contributor to the state's economy.
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