New York is the nation's third-largest dairy state and a major apple producer. New York City drives an enormous food manufacturing sector spanning bakeries, confectioneries, and ethnic food producers.
These agricultural products form the foundation of New York's food supply chain, supporting local food manufacturers and ingredient suppliers.
| Manufacturing Establishments | 2,840 |
| Manufacturing Employees | 56,200 |
| Organic Certified Farms | 1,124 |
| FDA-Registered Facilities | 11,200 |
Sources: USDA Census of Agriculture, FDA Registered Food Facilities, Bureau of Labor Statistics. Figures are approximate.
New York has approximately 11,200 FDA-registered food facilities, covering manufacturing, processing, packing, and storage operations.
The top agricultural products in New York include Dairy, Apples, Corn, Cabbage, Maple syrup. These drive the state's food manufacturing and processing sector.
New York has approximately 1,124 certified organic farms, contributing to the state's organic food production and local food systems.
New York is known for specialty foods including New York pizza, Bagels, Cheesecake, Buffalo wings, Black & white cookies. These reflect the state's unique culinary heritage and local ingredients.
New York's food manufacturing sector employs approximately 56,200 workers across 2,840 establishments, making it a significant contributor to the state's economy.
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