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Statistics on Organic Agriculture
Washington Ag Statistics
The CSANR has been compiling statistics to characterize the organic agriculture sector in Washington State. Data are primarily drawn from the Washington State Dept. of Agriculture (WSDA) Organic Food Program databases. The organic tree fruit trends reports have solicited information from other US certifiers as well as those in other countries. Currently, the National Agricultural Statistics Service does not collect separate information regarding organic farms.
2012 Data
Current status of certified organic agriculture in Washington State: 2012
A summary of the 2012 organic crop acres, livestock numbers and organic farm gate sales in the state. Includes multi-year graphs of selected crops. Powerpoint format.
Certified organic acreage and sales in Washington State: 2012
Detailed tables showing specific crop acreages from 2005-2012, farm numbers and organic acres by county, and organic farm gate sales by county (through 2011).
Recent trends in certified organic tree fruit: 2012
The most current data on Washington State organic tree fruit acres, varieties, prices, and exports. Powerpoint format.
2011 Data
Trends in Washington State Organic Agriculture 2004-2011 Data
Kirby, E. and D. Granatstein. 2012. WSU Extension FS082E. This is the second volume summarizing organic land and value in the state, containing data from 2004 to 2011.
Status of Organic Tree Fruit in Washington State
Kirby, E. and D. Granatstein. 2012. EM046E, Washington State University Extension.
2011 Current Status of Organic Agriculture in Washington State
Powerpoint presentation on certified crop, livestock, and farmgate sales trends.
Organic Tree Fruit Trends 2011
PowerPoint presentation.
Washington State Certified Organic Acres and Sales (2005-2011 tables)
2010 Data
Status of Organic Tree Fruit in Washington State and Other Regions: 2010
(Revised Feb. 7, 2012)
Washington State Certified Organic Acreage, Sales and Dairy Cattle (2005-2010 tables)
2010 Current Status of Organic Agriculture in Washington State
PowerPoint presentation on certified crop and livestock trends.
Organic Tree Fruit Trends 2010
PowerPoint presentation.
Has the Organic Bubble Burst? Current Trends in Organic Tree Fruit Production
Presented on Dec. 8, 2010, Yakima, WA, USA. Granatstein, D. & E. Kirby. 2010 Proceedings Wash. St. Hort. Assoc., Wenatchee, WA. P. 123-126.
First National Survey of Organic Agriculture Production Released - April 2010
Article in Sustaining the Pacific Northwest Newsletter
2009 Data
2009 organic acreage tables for specific crops certified in Washington State (2004-2009)
2009 organic acreage table for general crop categories certified in Washington State (2004-2009)
2009 Organic tree fruit trends in Washington State.
PowerPoint presentation summarizing most recent and historical data on organic tree fruit in the state.
2009 Organic Agriculture in Washington State
PowerPoint presentation on certified crop and livestock trends.
Organic Farming Sector Grows in Washington State - May 2009
Article in Sustaining the Pacific Northwest Newsletter
2008 Data
Trends in Washington State Organic Agriculture
Kirby, E. and D. Granatstein. WSU Extension Fact Sheet FS001E. 2009. This fact sheet summarizes 2008 certification data gathered for organic agriculture in Washington, including acreages and sales for forage, vegetables, and tree fruit. Color graphs illustrate a general growth in numbers since 2004.
Organic Agriculture in Washington State
June 2009. Graphical presentation of 2008 data for the organic sector in the state. Powerpoint presentation.
Organic Tree Fruit Trends, Washington State, 2008
A Powerpoint presentation summarizing the most recent data on organic tree fruit in the state, showing a 60% increase in certified organic apple acres.
Status of Organic Tree Fruit in Washington State - 2008
December 2008. A report on organic tree fruit area, prices, and trends for 2008, with data from previous years.
Profile of organic crops in Washington State - 2008
February 2009. A comprehensive report (PDF) on organic crop production in the state, including acreage totals by crop and county, farmgate sales by county, and results from the 2007 Census of Agriculture.
2007 Data
Organic dairy estimate for Washington State – 2007.
| Certified | Transition | |
| # of dairies | 45 | 6 |
| # milkers/dry cows | 7,287 | 560 |
| Herd size range | 12-975 | 4-180 |
Data source: WSDA (11/07) and OTCO (12/07)
Profile of organic crops in Washington State – 2007
June 2008. A comprehensive report (PDF) on organic crop production in the state, including acreage totals by crop and county, and farmgate sales by county.
Organic Agriculture in Washington State
June 2008. Graphical presentation of 2007 data for the organic sector in the state. Powerpoint presentation.
Organic Tree Fruit Trends – 2007
January 2008. A summary of organic tree fruit focusing on apple, pear, and cherry. Covers Washington State, some national trends, and international data from various countries.
Certified Organic Production: The experiences and perspectives of Washington Farmers
July 2008. A report on a 2007 statewide survery of organic producers done by Dr. Jessica Goldberger, WSU Community and Rural Sociology. CRS Information Series No. 1-08, Pullman, WA.
Gender and Certified Organic Production in Washington State
Today, women make up a growing proportion of principle farm operators, especially in “alternative” agriculture. Understanding the experiences and perspectives of female and male farmers will help land-grant universities and other service providers better serve the needs of all organic producers.
Organic Tree Fruit Trends. December 2007
Preliminary data for Washington State and updated international data. Powerpoint presentation.
2006 Data
Estimated Certified Organic Crop Acreage in Oregon and Washington States - June 2006
Article in Sustaining the Pacific Northwest Newsletter
Profile of Organic Crops and Livestock in Washington State – 2006
A comprehensive report (PDF) with all the available statistics for organic production in the state.
Washington State organic profile – 2006
An overview of organic agriculture statistics for the state, including acres and farms by county, farmgate sales by county, crop breakdown, livestock and organic tree fruit trends. A Powerpoint presentation in PDF format.
Organic Feed for Washington State
March 2007. A powerpoint presentation ((PDF) from recent workshops on the shortage of organic feed in the state and region.
Organic Tree Fruit trends report
March 2007. A comprehensive report (PDF) on acreage trends and prices for Washington organic apples, pears, and cherries, as well as some national and global data.
Organic Tree Fruit Trends
February 2007. A powerpoint presentation (as PDF) on the most recent trends in organic tree fruit acreage and prices, with an emphasis on Washington State.
2005 Data
Washington State Organic Acres, by crop – 2005
(a PDF document)
Washington State organic profile – 2005
An overview of organic agriculture statistics for the state, including acres and farms by county, farmgate sales by county, crop breakdown, livestock and organic tree fruit trends. A Powerpoint presentation in PDF format.
Washington organic agriculture, by county – 2005
Organic farms and acreage, handlers, processors, farmgate sales.
Washington Organic Tree Fruit acres, 2005.
Apples, pears, soft fruit. Variety detail. Average prices. Multi-year trends.
2004 Data
Washington State Organic Acres, by crop – 2004
(a PDF document)
Washington State organic profle – 2004.
An overview of organic agriculture statistics for the state, including acres and farms by county, farmgate sales by county, crop breakdown, and organic tree fruit trends. A Powerpoint presentation in PDF format.
Washington Organic Tree Fruit acres, 2004.
Apples, pears, soft fruit. Variety detail. Multi-year trends.
2004 map Distribution of organic farms and acreage, by county
Distribution of organic farms and acreage, by county.
2003 and Earlier Data
Organic Farming Continues to Expand in Washington - March 2003
Article in Sustaining the Pacific Northwest Newsletter
Washington State Organic Acres, by crop – 2003
2003 map Distribution of organic farms and acreage, by county
Washington State organic tree fruit acres – 2003
(includes some data from previous years)
2003 growers, handlers, processors, by county
2001 map Distribution of organic farms and acreage, by county
Organic Tree Fruit links pre-2001
Data available for organic tree fruit production between 1988 and 2001.
Current Trends in Organic Tree Fruit Production (through 2001)
D. Granatstein and E. Kirby. 2002. CSANR Report No. 4, Wenatchee, WA. 24 pp. A PDF manuscript presenting organic tree fruit acreages in Washington State along with national and international estimates. Price trends are also included. Data cover through the end of 2001.
Trends in Organic Tree Fruit Production in Washington State: 1988-1999
David Granatstein. 2000. EB1898E, Washington State University, Pullman, WA. 23 pp. . A detailed analysis of organic tree fruit acreage and trends.
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