International Markets

Agriculture is a critical industry to the State of Ohio. Home to more than 77,000 farms, Ohio flourishes because of the strong agricultural industry. One in six Ohioans are employed in an agriculturally related career, and the food and agriculture industry provides more than $79 billion to the state's economy.

Ohio is a leading exporter ranking 13th among all states, exporting more than $1.57 billion annually. Ohio exports agriculture products ranging from processed food and food ingredients to livestock, hardwoods, fruits, vegetables, seeds, plants, feed and food grains.

The Division of Markets' international trade program facilitates the export of these products by linking Ohio's agribusinesses with other businesses, buyers, federal and state programs, industry organizations and international contacts.