
Agriculture Resources
San Joaquin County Ag Facts
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The gross value of agricultural production in 2021 was $2,192,234,000. This is a 5.34% increase from 2020.
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3,430 total farms, comprised of 772,762 acres of farmland (2017 Census)



California Ag Facts
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California's agricultural abundance includes more than 400 commodities.
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Over a third of the country's vegetables and two-thirds of the country's fruits and nuts are grown in California
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California is the leading US state for cash farm receipts, accounting for over 13 percent of the nation's total agricultural value
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Top producing commodities (2018)
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Dairy Products, Milk — $6.37 billion
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Grapes — $6.25 billion
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Almonds — $5.47 billion
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Cattle and Calves — $3.19 billion
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Pistachios — $2.62 billion
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Strawberries — $2.34 billion
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Lettuce — $1.81 billion
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Floriculture — $1.22 billion
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Tomatoes — $1.20 billion
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Oranges — $1.12 billion
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The California Foundation for Agriculture in the Classroom is a nonprofit organization dedicated to educating youth throughout California about the importance of agriculture in their daily lives. We do this through:
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Developing materials that are accurate, teacher-tested and scientifically sound to enhance the educational experience of K-12 students.
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Providing programs, inspiration and training opportunities for educators.
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Partnering with like-minded organizations to create awareness about the significance of agriculture in our everyday lives.
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Recognizing teachers and students for their achievements in agricultural literacy.
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Supporting the pursuit of agricultural careers and continuing education.
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Our mission is to increase awareness and understanding of agriculture among California's educators and students. Our vision is an appreciation of agriculture by all.

Stockton East Water District
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T-Shirts from Field to Closet

Cotton: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QYa4zneKbeY
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Machines: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZJOteam-zWw
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Links
California Department of Food and Agriculture
California Dept. of Food and Agriculture - Statistics
San Joaquin County Agricultural Commissioner
San Joaquin County Farm Bureau - Ask A Farmer Series
American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture
California Farm to Fork Program
Fresno State
Ag Discovery Videos
Virtual Tour of CSUF Farm Laboratory
Beef Cattle Health and Management
– Dr. Randy Perry
Leatherworking Supplies & Mule/Horse Equipment + Saddle and Pack Demonstration – Dr. Sharon Freeman
California Agriculture, Citrus, Grafting Demonstration, and More
– Dr. Gurreet Brar
Bee Hives – Dr. Jacob Wenger
– Dr. Kyle Thompson
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Equine Reproduction (Collecting, A.I., Preg Check) – Dr. Fabio Iared
– Dr. Amanda McKeith
– Jason and Michael Mendes
