North Dakota leads the nation in sunflower, flaxseed, and dry bean production. The state's food manufacturing centers on grain milling and oilseed processing.
These agricultural products form the foundation of North Dakota's food supply chain, supporting local food manufacturers and ingredient suppliers.
| Manufacturing Establishments | 180 |
| Manufacturing Employees | 6,800 |
| Organic Certified Farms | 218 |
| FDA-Registered Facilities | 840 |
Sources: USDA Census of Agriculture, FDA Registered Food Facilities, Bureau of Labor Statistics. Figures are approximate.
North Dakota has approximately 840 FDA-registered food facilities, covering manufacturing, processing, packing, and storage operations.
The top agricultural products in North Dakota include Wheat, Soybeans, Corn, Sunflowers, Dry beans. These drive the state's food manufacturing and processing sector.
North Dakota has approximately 218 certified organic farms, contributing to the state's organic food production and local food systems.
North Dakota is known for specialty foods including Knoephla soup, Fleischkuekle, Chokecherry jelly, Lefse. These reflect the state's unique culinary heritage and local ingredients.
North Dakota's food manufacturing sector employs approximately 6,800 workers across 180 establishments, making it a significant contributor to the state's economy.
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