Illinois currently leads the United States in pumpkin production by a wide margin, both in total pounds harvested and in pumpkins grown for processing into canned products.

Quick Scoop

  • Illinois produces the most pumpkins of any state, accounting for roughly 40% of total U.S. pumpkin output in recent years.
  • The stateā€™s rich Midwest soil, favorable climate, and established processing plants (like the major canneries around Morton, often called the ā€œPumpkin Capital of the Worldā€) make it a powerhouse for pumpkin farming.
  • Other strong pumpkin-producing states include Indiana, Pennsylvania, California, and Michigan, but none match Illinoisā€™ scale, especially for canned pumpkin destined for pies and other foods.

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