Wheat – $1,329,780,000:Wheat, a type of grass, is largely grown for its seeds, which are harvested as cereal grains and form a basic food item around the world.
Peas – $94,090,000:They share a close resemblance in taste and texture to blackeye peas, making them a perfect fit for soul food recipes.
Oats – $7,068,000: They find their use in dietary preparations for dairy cattle, sheep, horses, and young growing animals, often substituting for corn in Montana.
Lentils – $128,561,000:Lentils belong to the pulse family, alongside beans, field peas, and chickpeas. The term “pulse” signifies the edible seeds harvested from legumes.
Hay – $976,136,000:Securing the spot of the second most valuable crop in Montana is hay. Montana, with its blend of rain and irrigation systems, presents an ideal setting for hay cultivation.
Flaxseed – $18,581,000:Flaxseed is in the top 10 list of Montana’s most valuable crops. It is a fiber crop known for its rich content of beneficial omega-3 fatty acids and dietary fiber, making it a favored choice in modern nutrition.
Corn – $56,414,000:Corn is a plant with large grains, or kernels, aligned in rows on a cob. With its diverse varieties, it yields a range of products that are highly prized for both human consumption and livestock feed.
Chickpeas – $45,324,000:Chickpeas is a lucrative crop option for many of Montana’s dryland farming areas. Production hiccups in traditional cultivation regions have opened up favorable market avenues for Montana-grown chickpeas.
Canola – $44,817,000:Canola plants, stretching between three to five feet in height, produce pods that contain seeds. Upon harvesting and crushing, these seeds are transformed into canola oil and meal.
Barley – $247,968,000:Barley is a versatile cereal grain that finds its way into a range of products. You can find this crop in bread, beverages, stews, and various other culinary delights.