What Grows in Eastern Washington

Eastern Washington, known for its desert-like climate, has both irrigated and dry land farms. Agricultural highlights include cattle ranching, dairy farms, wheat, apples, pears, cherries and other tree fruits, as well as varieties of grapes and vegetables.

What fruit is grown in eastern Washington?

• Red raspberries, 90.5 percent of U.S. production.
• Hops, 79.3 percent.
• Spearamint Oil, 75 percent.
• Wrinkled seed peas. 70.4 percent.
• Apples, 71.7 percent.
• Grapes, Concord, 55.1 percent.
• Grapes, Niagra, 35.9 percent.
• Sweet cherries, 62.3 percent.

How many different crops are grown in eastern Washington?

Rich soils, diverse climates and large-scale irrigation make Washington State one of the most productive agricultural regions in the world, allowing us to produce over 300 different crops.