Agriculture has been a major industry in Washington. In 2001, the value of Washington’s food and agricultural production was $5.6 billion and ranked 12th in the nation. In 2007, cash receipts at the farm level were a record $8.4 billion and the net income of Washington farmers was a record $2.8 billion. Overall, agriculture boosted Washington economic activity by $21 billion in 2007.

2,656 people work in Snohomish County's Agri-Business cluster. Most work as farmers and ranchers.

Agri-Business is a small industry cluster, but one with growth potential if innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainability remain a priority. Education and training, changing perceptions, and local government support within the cluster can help ensure that Agri-Business remains a key industry cluster in Snohomish County.

The Agri-Business cluster focuses on:

• Crop and animal production