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Ventura County crop and livestock value rises 7% in 2024; strawberries remain top commodity
Summary
The County Agricultural Commissioner released the 2024 crop and livestock report showing a 7% increase in gross value to about $2.3 billion, with strawberries still number one and large gains for avocados; county staff discussed trends including flat irrigated acreage and pressures on lemons.
The Ventura County Agricultural Commissioner presented the 2024 annual crop and livestock report to the Board of Supervisors on June 24, showing a 7% increase in the county’s estimated gross agricultural value to about $2.3 billion.
Commissioner Corinne Bell said strawberries remained the county’s top commodity (a position held since 1999), while avocados recorded a…
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