Imperial Valley's Leading Industries

The Imperial Valley is an agricultural hub, best known for supplying 2/3 of vegetables to the U.S. during winter months. With the state's most affordable water, energy, land and workforce, Imperial Valley's natural resources have paved the way for industry growth and innovation. From renewable energy production, advanced agriculture and biofuels to manufacturing, international trade and logistics, Imperial Valley is seeing a ground swell of companies across a wide set of industries that are recognizing the unique opportunities of doing business here.

Imperial Valley is...

• The top North American region in renewable energy production 

• #1 region in North America and #2 region worldwide for geothermal energy production

• An agricultural hub known for supplying 2/3 of the nation's vegetables during winter months

• #1 producer of alfalfa, sudan, sugar beets & sweet corn in California

• #2 producer of cattle, lettuce, broccoli, carrots, spinach, dates, vegetable and vinecrop in California

• The Leading export market to Mexico, Canada & Asia

Industry Profiles

For more in-depth industry data, resources and information, read more by visiting the following Industry Profiles:

• Aerospace

• Agribusiness

• Biofuels

• Construction Materials

• Data Centers

• Food Processing

• Manufacturing

• Mining & Mineral Extraction

• Recycling

• Renewable Energy

• Trade

• Transportation & Logistics