What Idaho Grows
Idaho’s diverse geography, volcanic soils, and extensive irrigation infrastructure support a wide range of crops. Major crop categories include potatoes, wheat, barley, sugar beets, hay and alfalfa, hops, dry beans, lentils, peas, onions, and corn.
For detailed profiles of each commodity, visit our Commodities section.
Irrigated vs. Dryland
Idaho farming includes both irrigated and dryland operations. The Snake River Plain and Treasure Valley rely heavily on irrigation, while the Palouse region is predominantly dryland. Idaho has approximately 3.3 million irrigated acres statewide.