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Danish agriculture is highly productive, with more than half of the country's cultivated land dedicated to the production of cereals. The primary crops grown on Danish farmland include:
- Cereals: Barley and wheat are the most significant grains, accounting for a large percentage of the total harvest.1
- Sugar Beets: This is another leading crop in the country.1
- Other Crops: In western Jutland, where the soil is less fertile, farmers also grow oats, rye, turnips, and potatoes.1
These agricultural efforts are supported by intensive exploitation and fertilization of the land, as well as the application of scientific animal husbandry practices.1