DE SCR118

Designates October 12, 2025, as "National Farmer's Day" in Delaware to honor farmers' contributions to the state

Delaware has over 2,150 farms operating on more than 520,000 acres, representing approximately 42% of the state's total land area

Agriculture generates approximately $2.1 billion in annual cash receipts, with broilers as the most valuable product, followed by corn, soybeans, and chicken eggs

Delaware leads the nation in farmland preservation, with 15% of agricultural land permanently preserved and 27% enrolled in the Agricultural Lands Preservation Program

The agricultural industry supports over 122,000 jobs and contributes approximately $21.7 billion to the state's economy, with farmers' markets reaching record sales of $4.46 million in 2024