Feeding America’s

Economy

Farmers are instrumental in contributing to the U.S. economy on the local and national level by creating jobs, purchasing inputs and equipment and making tax contributions.

The world’s largest producer and exporter of corn.

America's farmers have built strong trading relationships to
help maintain a competitive edge in the global economy and bolster job creation across the United States.

As one of the largest sectors in American agriculture, corn farmers impact hundreds of thousands of jobs, infuse billions of dollars into the economy and care for our most critical resources, all while realizing substantial improvements in production. As the world’s largest producer and exporter of corn, U.S. farmers are well-positioned to meet increasing global demand. With 96% of consumers living outside the United States, the future of American agriculture largely depends on our ability to sell into foreign markets.

The benefits don’t stop at the farm gate, they have a ripple effect throughout the U.S. economy. Farmers contribute both on the local and national level by adding to the overall economic well-being of their communities and the U.S. economy by:  

Planting and maintaining 94.6 million acres of farmland

Adding $73.6 billion in corn crop value

Driving job creation and paying $2.6 trillion in wages

Paying $947.9 billion in taxes

Learn more about the economic impact and contributions being made directly from our farmers:

Karah Perdue | Nebraska

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