| 2012 | 2017 | % Change | |
| Number of Farms | 1,367 | 1,307 | -4 |
| Land in Farms | 183,246 acres | 177,071 acres | -3 |
| Average Size of Farms | 134 acres | 135 acres | +1 |
| Market Value of All Products Sold | $42,066,000 | $54,457,000 | +29 |
| — Crop Sales | $25,000,000 | $20,008,000 | -20 |
| — Livestock Sales | $17,000,000 | $34,449,000 | +200 |
| — Average Per Farm | $30,773 | $41,665 | +35 |
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Thursday, 01/29/2026
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
South Sumter High School
“Raider Room”
706 N. Main Street
Bushnell, FL 33513
Sumter County Schools values the feedback from stakeholders like you. Your experiences and expertise can help us provide higher quality programs for our students.
Your participation supports the high school pre-apprenticeship programs in Lake, Orange, Osceola, Marion, Seminole, and Sumter counties, and helps prepare the next generation construction professionals.
The Florida Chamber Foundation today announced that Florida, if it were a nation, would now rank as the 15th largest economy in the world, with a gross domestic product exceeding $1.7 trillion. The Florida Chamber Foundation has set a long-term goal of making Florida a top 10 global economy by 2030. Florida has surpassed Spain and stands just $25.5 billion behind Australia.
“We had a fantastic turnout at this year’s Farm City event held at Brite Leaf Citrus Nursery! Thank you to all our partners, presenters, and students who made the day such a success.”
October is National Manufacturing Month! This month, we’re recognizing the skilled workers and companies who dedicate their careers to driving innovation and economic growth. According to Lightcast – Labor Market Analytics, manufacturing jobs in Sumter County grew by 8% from 2019-2024, with a 15% projected growth rate over the next five years.
Join us Thursday, November 13th for a powerful day of learning and connection! From 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, gain fresh fundraising strategies, board-building insights and practical tools to strengthen your nonprofit. Lunch is included. Tickets are $50 per person.
Recover. Rebuild. Rise.
Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Join us as we introduce and celebrate the Sumter County Long Term Recovery Group, a new emergency nonprofit team for long term disaster & incident recovery.
This month, we celebrate the people, programs, and partnerships that help build a stronger workforce for today and tomorrow. From training opportunities to career pathways, workforce development empowers individuals to gain new skills, grow professionally, and open doors to brighter futures.
