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San Diego County agriculture contributes a total of $2.88 billion to the local economy. It is one of the largest industries in San Diego County as well as one of the largest agricultural industries in the nation.

San Diego County growers have a variety of conventional and direct marketing alternatives available to them locally.

Starting a new business enterprise or diversifying an existing operation in San Diego is a challenging task which requires extensive research and careful planning. Whether the business is in operation or just starting out, owners and/or managers need a business plan.

Proper operating techniques are vital to running a successful agriculture enterprise. Unlike non-agriculture related businesses, there are various agricultural components to consider including land acquisition, growers permits, pesticide regulations, and so much more.

Harvest Calendar All Year Plants, flowers, mushrooms, eggs, fruit, nuts, lettuce, greens, honey January Avocados, macadamia nuts, strawberries, broccoli, kumquats, lemons, cabbage, cauliflower, celery, rhubarb, carrots, beets, tangerines, snow peas, sugar snaps, lettuce February Navel oranges, lemon...

The process of selecting a crop for your agribusiness is an entrepreneurial decision and requires situational consideration.

Producers in San Diego County face unique and sometimes difficult challenges when dealing with water.

Agricultural businesses have the option of farming organically. However, to claim your business as organic the completion of an organic registration through the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is required per the State Organic Program (SOP). This process does cost a fee.

All packaged commodities must indicate the total net quantity of a good on the principal side of the packages display. Not only this, but the amount displayed must also be accurate. The San Diego County Department of Agriculture, Weights & Measures regulates these packaging requirements.