Stockton, CA - Today, the San Joaquin County Agricultural Commissioner formally presented the 2024 Annual Agricultural Crop Report to the Board of Supervisors for approval. The data will be used by the United States Department of Agriculture as part of its annual compilation of detailed agricultural data for every county in America.

Agricultural Commissioner, Kamal Bagri, announced that the gross value of agricultural production for 2024 was more than $3.14 billion, a 2.29% decrease from the 2023 total value of $3,220,324,000. Milk was San Joaquin County's leading commodity with a total of $536,945,000. Almonds were the second highest with a total of $492,310,000. Grapes came in third with a total of $319,310,000.

“In honor of San Joaquin County's 175th anniversary, the theme of this year's report is “Unique by Nature” which highlights what makes San Joaquin County naturally special,” said Kamal Bagri, San Joaquin County's Agricultural Commissioner. “We explored the longevity of the agricultural industry in San Joaquin County, how practices have changed, and how we've built upon those stories and experiences to better shape the future. Over the course of 175 years, our farmers have developed their own cultivation and management practices for crops through generations of local experience.”

Top 10 Commodities from the 2024 Crop Year:

• Milk: $536,945,000
• Almonds: $492,310,000
• Grapes: $319,310,000
• Eggs and Poultry Products: $261,572,656
• Walnuts: $240,050,000
• Cherries: $240,018,000
• Cattle & Calves: $165,629,000
• Tomatoes: $120,653,000
• Blueberries: $77,647,000
• Silage and Other Field Crops: $70,633,000

San Joaquin County stands out as an agricultural powerhouse, ranked seventh in gross agricultural production in California, defined by its diverse landscape and rich soils. “San Joaquin County's agricultural heritage is a cornerstone of who we are—not just economically, but culturally and historically,” said Paul Canepa, Chair of the San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors. “As we celebrate the County's 175th anniversary, this year's Crop Report is a reminder of the dedication, resilience, and innovation of our local farmers. Their ability to adapt to new opportunities while preserving generations of agricultural knowledge truly makes our region 'Unique by Nature.' We are proud to support this vital industry that continues to feed our community, our State, and the world.” To access the 2024 Crop Report, and past years reports, click here.

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