Hog and Pig Farming: A $22.5 Billion Industry, Up 25 Percent Since 2007. 2012 Census of Agriculture Highlights.

摘要

In 2012, the U.S. hog and pig industry had sales of $22.5 billion, accounting for 6 percent of total U.S. agriculture sales. Although some hog production takes place in all states across the country, it is heavily concentrated in a few states and counties. The 2012 Census of Agriculture provides a comprehensive picture of the industry, including overall size, value, and location; production costs; and farm and producer characteristics.