FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- Fresno is once again number one in the nation's agricultural industry, topping $9 billion in 2024, according to the county's Department of Agriculture.

In particular, county officials said Fresno's fruits, nuts and its livestock and poultry sectors saw significant increases, at around 19% and 9% respectively. Almonds, grapes and pistachios took the lead for crops overall, with a combined total value of $3.36 billion.

Fresno also exported 96 unique commodities to 91 countries worldwide last year.

This year, the department released a report on economic contributions, adjacent to its annual AG Crop and Livestock report. Tuesday, the Fresno County Farm Bureau said while 2024's industrial increase was a win, they're worried about economic impacts moving forward.

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