Bergen Fresh: Agriculture Today in Bergen County
With only 1,177 acres of land in agricultural production, Bergen County boasts a robust $8.7 million annually in agricultural products. As one of the State's most densely developed counties, Bergen County agriculture industry successfully provides residents with diverse products from vegetable and fruit produce, nursery and plant products, and a small amount of livestock operations. The largest segment of agricultural production involves the ornamental nurseries and landscaping businesses. Bergen County's county agricultural fair is the annual 4-H Fair that promotes agriculture, education, and community spirit. Bergen County farmers work closely with the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station in conducting research and keeping up on best agricultural management practices.
Agriculture by the Numbers (Based on US Department of Agriculture, 2007 Census of Agriculture)  County Population: 905,116 Full-Time Operators: 51 Part-Time Operators: 38 Approximate Number of Farms: 89 Total Area Acres in County: 157,439 Bergen County Agricultural Land Use Assessment: 1,177 acres or 0.7% of County Land Area