Kansas is the nation's top wheat-producing state, earning its nickname as the Breadbasket of America. Major food manufacturing includes flour milling, beef processing, and pet food production.
These agricultural products form the foundation of Kansas's food supply chain, supporting local food manufacturers and ingredient suppliers.
| Manufacturing Establishments | 480 |
| Manufacturing Employees | 26,800 |
| Organic Certified Farms | 128 |
| FDA-Registered Facilities | 2,120 |
Sources: USDA Census of Agriculture, FDA Registered Food Facilities, Bureau of Labor Statistics. Figures are approximate.
Kansas has approximately 2,120 FDA-registered food facilities, covering manufacturing, processing, packing, and storage operations.
The top agricultural products in Kansas include Wheat, Cattle, Corn, Sorghum, Soybeans. These drive the state's food manufacturing and processing sector.
Kansas has approximately 128 certified organic farms, contributing to the state's organic food production and local food systems.
Kansas is known for specialty foods including Kansas City BBQ, Bierocks, Zwiebach bread, Sorghum syrup. These reflect the state's unique culinary heritage and local ingredients.
Kansas's food manufacturing sector employs approximately 26,800 workers across 480 establishments, making it a significant contributor to the state's economy.
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