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Lower Saxony
New Town Hall, Hannover, Ger.
Agriculture remains a significant component of the economy in Lower Saxony, where the state's diverse landscape supports a variety of crops. The primary agricultural products grown in the region include:
These crops are cultivated across the state, benefiting from varied soil conditions, including the rich loess soils found in the Börde belt and reclaimed land in regions like the Emsland. In addition to these crops, the state maintains a robust livestock sector, producing dairy and beef cattle.12