Soybeans led the US' agricultural exports with $24.58 billion in 2024, accounting for 14% of the total export value

Key Takeaways:

  • Soybeans topped the US' agricultural exports in 2024, followed by corn and beef.
  • The top 10 agricultural commodities made up 56.6% of the total value of the US' agricultural exports.
  • Plant-based exports (soybeans, corn, tree nuts, soybean meal, wheat) contributed over 34% of the total agricultural export value.
  • The combined value of the top 10 exports exceeded $99.73 billion.
  • Animal proteins (beef, pork, and poultry) together represented 13.9% of total US agricultural exports.

In 2024, soybeans was recorded as the United States’ top agricultural export, valued at $24.58 billion and representing 14% of total agricultural exports. Corn followed with $13.92 billion, representing 7.9% of total agricultural exports.

Tree nuts also made a significant contribution, nearing $10 billion in export value. Animal protein exports, including beef, pork, and poultry, collectively accounted for nearly 14% of the US' agricultural exports.

Source:

United States Department of Agriculture

Period:

2024
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