Which crops are major sources of farm income in New Brunswick?

In New Brunswick, agriculture is a component of the province's resource-based economy, though only a small portion of the land is under cultivation. The leading cash crops that serve as major sources of farm income are potatoes and dairy products.12

• Potatoes: Primarily grown in the upper St. John River valley, this crop benefits from the presence of large-scale food-processing plants in the region.2
• Dairy Products: Concentrated in the south-central and southeastern areas of the province, dairy farming is also supported by local food-processing facilities.2

Other significant agricultural commodities contributing to the provincial economy include poultry, cattle, hogs, eggs, maple products, and blueberries. Additionally, truck farming—which focuses on produce for local markets—is practiced in the fertile floodplains near southern cities, particularly within the lower St. John River valley.2