Washington, Crop Production & Agriculture
Washington produces 3 major field crops across 2.5M acres. The top crop is Hay with 808.5M bu.
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3
Major Crops
2.5M acres
Total Acreage
Hay
Top Crop
What the Washington Data Shows
Washington produces 1.5B bu across 3 major field crops, a top-tier output in the U.S. row-crop economy.
Washington ranks #19 of 35 tracked states for total field-crop production, contributing about 1.1% of combined output — real output, but smaller in scale than the Corn Belt and Great Plains anchors.
Hay accounts for roughly 53% of Washington's tracked field-crop production (808.5M bu); the state's farm economy is dominated by hay, with secondary crops adding real diversification.
Field crops account for 2.5M acres in Washington — a moderate footprint coexisting with livestock, specialty crops, or non-agricultural land.
Beyond the lead crop, Washington also grows Wheat and Barley; the second-largest, Wheat, adds 672.2M bu — 44% of the state's tracked output.
Crop Production in Washington
Frequently Asked Questions
Washington grows 3 major field crops: Hay, Wheat, Barley.
Hay is Washington's top crop with 808.5M bu produced across 660K acres.
Data from USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service. Production in bushels, bales, or tons depending on crop.
Source: USDA NASS Quick Stats, 2026.