Receive and file the 2023 Yolo County Agricultural Crop Report and general update on Agriculture. (No general fund impact) (Izquierdo) (Est. Time: 10 min)

Receive and file the 2023 Yolo County Agricultural Crop Report.

Pursuant to the provisions of Sections 2279 and 2272 of the California Food and Agricultural Code, I am pleased to present the Yolo County Crop Report for 2023. This annual publication summarizes the acreage production and valuation of Yolo County’s agricultural commodities. These figures denote gross value of production and do not attempt to reflect net farm income.

The gross value of Yolo County’s agricultural production for 2023 was $901,862,000. This represents an increase of $205,853,000 or approximately 23% in comparison to 2022’s value of $696,009,000. This was primarily due to an increase in rice production, strong tomato prices, as well as improved wine grape and almond yield.

In 2022, almonds and grapes were hit hard by the freeze. Yield rebounded in 2023 and growers harvested typical tonnage. Walnuts continue to see a downward trend and prices remained low in 2023. Water supply was reliable in 2023 and rice acreage significantly increased. Rangeland vegetation growth and an increase in hay production resulted in a slight decrease in hay prices.

I would like to express my appreciation to all the farmers, ranchers, and agencies who contributed data to make this report possible. Special recognition for the compilation and preparation of this report goes to Molly Mathews – Deputy Agricultural Commissioner.
To see this or any previous crop reports online, or to learn about the programs and services provided by the Yolo County Department of Agriculture, visit: www.yolocounty.gov/ag.

The California Department of Food and Agriculture was consulted.