America’s cheese industry generated nearly 15 billion pounds of product during the past year, with Wisconsin maintaining its position as the nation’s dairy powerhouse, according to newly released federal agriculture statistics.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service reported that nationwide cheese manufacturing, not including cottage cheese varieties, reached 14.8 billion pounds. Wisconsin claimed the top spot among all states, responsible for 24.6 percent of total production across the country.
The annual dairy summary provides insight into one of America’s most significant agricultural sectors, tracking production volumes and regional distribution patterns throughout the industry.
