Agriculture

Agriculture has been a pillar of the Kirksville community since 1841. Kirksville is located in Adair County and is 567 sq. miles. The majority of farms in Adair County are family owned. Below are facts about the agriculture in Adair County:

· Average size of farms: 294 acres
· Average value of agricultural products sold per farm: $22,150
· Average value of crops sold per acre for harvested cropland: $108.97
· The value of nursery, greenhouse, floriculture, and sod as a percentage of the total market value of agricultural products sold: 1.62%
· The value of livestock, poultry, and their products as a percentage of the total market value of agricultural products sold: 48.28%
· Average total farm production expenses per farm: $18,546
· Harvested cropland as a percentage of land in farms: 35.73%
· Average market value of all machinery and equipment per farm: $39,127

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