Michigan has several microclimates which support the production of more than 200 agriculture commodities across the state. Agriculture is Michigan’s second-largest industry. The state leads the nation in production of tart cherries.

Top Agriculture Products

1. Dairy products
2. Corn
3. Soybeans
4. Greenhouse/nursery
5. Cattle and calves

Number of Farms

54,900

Land in Farms

10 million acres

Average Farm Size

179 acres

Source: United States Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service