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North Carolina
1B
Minnesota
965.7M
Indiana
792M
Arkansas
556.4M
Iowa
508.9M
Virginia
425.3M
Missouri
362.1M
Ohio
274.5M
Michigan
219.4M
Pennsylvania
211.8M
California
196.5M
West Virginia
115.8M
South Dakota
112M

Turkey Production by State 2024

Turkey Production by State 2024

Turkey production in the United States is an essential part of the country's agriculture sector, with several states contributing significantly to the overall output. The leading turkey-producing states include North Carolina, Minnesota, Indiana, Missouri, and Arkansas. These states benefit from a combination of favorable climate conditions, available land, and well-established agricultural infrastructure that supports the large-scale raising of turkeys for meat. Turkey meat is consumed widely in the United States, particularly during Thanksgiving and Christmas celebrations, which has driven much of the industry's growth.

In terms of global turkey production, the United States ranks as the largest producer, followed by countries such as Brazil, the European Union, and Canada. The United States dominates the turkey market due to its substantial consumption levels and robust export market.

Turkey Production by State 2024

State
Turkey Production 2022 (lbs)
North Carolina1B
Minnesota965.7M
Indiana792M
Arkansas556.4M
Iowa508.9M
Virginia425.3M
Missouri362.1M
Ohio274.5M
Michigan219.4M
Pennsylvania211.8M
California196.5M
West Virginia115.8M
South Dakota112M
United States5.8B

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