Oregon Top 10 Ag Commodities
1. Greenhouse and nursery – In 2013, Oregon’s greenhouse and nursery production, including Christmas trees, earned $848 million in cash receipts.
2. Cattle and calves – Approximately 14,350 farms and ranches raised cattle and calves in Oregon in 2013, earning an estimated $669 million for the state’s economy.
3. Hay – Oregon farmers produced 3 million tons of hay in 2012 to provide feed for cattle, sheep and horses when grazing is not feasible.
4. Dairy products – Oregon dairy farmers milked 123,000 cows in 2013, earning an estimated $553 million in cash receipts. Milk from these dairies is used in the state’s award-winning cheeses.
5. Grass seed – Oregon is a leader in grass seed production, with a 2013 value of $411 million. The seed is used on lawns, golf courses, athletic fields and pastures around the world.
6. Wheat – Known especially for Oregon soft white winter wheat, Oregon production earned $ 368 million in 2013, largely from a robust export market.
7. Potatoes – Potatoes were harvested from 41,667 acres in Oregon in 2013 – or 55,000 American football fields – and generated $170.5 million.
8. Onions – Oregon is well-known for producing onions, and the crop earned $143.3 million in cash receipts in 2013. Onions grown in Oregon are used by internationally known brands.
9. Hazelnuts – Oregon is the country’s largest producer of hazelnuts, and ships overseas to China and elsewhere. In 2013, the crop was valued at $120 million.
10. Pears – The official state fruit of Oregon earned $111 million in cash receipts in 2013. The Pacific Northwest is responsible for 84 percent of U.S. pear production.
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I am attempting to learn how, where, who, when. etc about getting a/some beehives inspected. Of course this is a small operation but what about the future and selling brood bees, queens, honey. I see some indication to inspections by BP&I. Some of the info seems to be a bit misleading. SO where do I get them inspected? Where and how to get licensed? Is there a licensing program?
Hi David,
We would suggest contacting the Mississippi Beekeeper’s Association at info@msbeekeeping.com or the Mississippi Department of Agriculture at 662-325-3390 for more information on inspections and licensing. Hope this helps!
Best,
Rachel Bertone
editor
Iam interested in starting bee hives on my property. Who c
Should I contact in my area for guidance ?
I live in Tate county MS – we have approximar
Telly 23 acres and want to have bees to help with my small fruit trees.
Thank you.
Cindy Mueller
Hi Cindy,
We would suggest contacting the Mississippi Beekeeper’s Association at info@msbeekeeping.com or the Mississippi Department of Agriculture at 662-325-3390 for more information on beginner beekeeping. Hope this helps!
Rachel Bertone
editor
Mississippi Agriculture
Are there any educational seminars scheduled for beginning bee keepers? Is there any grant money or programs to assist in the financial under taking for start up cost?
I will retire soon and I am interested in getting started in bee keeping after noticing a drop in bees on my blueberry bushes and in my garden in the past couple of years. My neighbor had the Russian bees for years next door and he has since moved and took them away. Is there a program to help people that want to keep bees get started? I live in Monroe county and welcome the chance to go to a workshop to learn more.
Regards,
JB.
Was wondering how to go about applying for a beekeeper grant? I started
w/2 hives last yr &
got my first swarm out of tree yesterday & loved it! Would like more hives & the equipment. But don’t have the $$.
My husband is a disable veteran, I stay home to take care of him. Being home gives me more
time & enjoyment to work w/the bees.
Any info would bee helpful.
Bee Safe,
Kim Adams
5989 Purnell Rd
Belden MS 38826
662.231.9290
Hi Kim,
Thanks for your comment. We suggest contacting the Mississippi Department of Agriculture directly at 601-359-1100. They should be able to help answer your questions. Thanks!
Rachel Bertone
editor, Mississippi Agriculture
how do i get money to have bees on my land here COMO,MS
Hi Rhonda,
Thanks for your comment. Please contact the Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce directly at 601-359-1100. They should be able to help answer your questions. Thanks!
Rachel Bertone
editor, Mississippi Agriculture
When I was a child my father raised bees and harvested honey. I am interested in raising bees but not sure if there is a bee association near me. I live in Saltillo, MS. My father who is up in age now said he would show me the ropes but was also interested in joining a group. I don’t have the money it takes to purchase bees from online and would like to purchase some from around here…I was going to try and build my own hive from a video I saw online than looks pretty easy and cheap to build. I hope you can help me with what I need.
Sincerely
Cindy
Hi Cindy,
We suggest contacting the Mississippi Beekeepers Association directly at info@msbeekeeping.com. Hope this helps!
Rachel Bertone
editor, Mississippi Agriculture