Niagara Agriculture Profile and Economic Impact Analysis
Using information from the 2016 Census of Agriculture, Niagara Region has produced two research reports:
- The Niagara Agriculture Profile
Contains details on key agriculture characteristics of Niagara and each of the 12 local municipalities - The Niagara Agriculture Economic Impact
Contains detailed economic data specific to the agriculture sector in Niagara with comparisons to Ontario, as well as other areas within the Golden Horseshoe including Durham, York, Hamilton, Halton, and Peel
Census Summary and Trending
| Metric | 2016 Total | 2011 Total | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of farms | 1,827 | 2,014 |  |
| Farm area | 218,251 acres | 222,911 acres | |
| Average farm size | 235 acres | 195 acres |  |
| Gross farm receipts | $838.1 million | $725,831,453 | |
| GDP impact from agriculture | $1.41 billion | $1.22 billion | |
| Employment impact | 19,892 jobs | 17,227 jobs | |
| Number of agricultural exporters | 77 | 69 | |
| Value of agriculture exports | $109.2 million | $62.1 million | |
Top Five Farm Types
Top 5 Farm Types by Number of Farms
- Fruit and tree nut farming
- Oilseed and grain farming
- Greenhouse, nursery, and floriculture production
- Other animal production
- Poultry and egg production
Top 5 Farmland Areas by Land Use
- Hay and field crops
- Fruits, berries and nuts
- Christmas trees, woodlands,
and wetlands - All other land
- Natural land for pasture
Top 5 Farm Types by Gross Farm Receipts
- Greenhouse, nursery, and floriculture production
- Poultry and egg production
- Fruit and tree nut farming
- Oilseed and grain farming
- Hog and pig farming
Top 5 Farm Types by GDP Impact
- Greenhouse, nursery, and floriculture production
- Poultry and egg production
- Fruit and tree nut farming
- Oilseed and grain farming
- Hog and pig farming
For more information on these reports, contact Blake Landry at 905-980-6000 ext. 3796.
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