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U.S. Mint Oil Production Rises in 2004
WASHINGTON - Jan 12/05 - SNS -- Mint oil production inched upward in the United States in 2004, with gains in peppermint oil output offsetting declines in spearmint oil, according to the USDA's 2004 annual crop production summary.
Production of peppermint oil in 2004 is estimated at 7.15 million pounds, up 2% from last year. Harvested area is estimated at 77,700 acres, down 2% from 2003. Growers in Michigan, Oregon, and Washington decreased their acreage 9%, 6%, and 2%, respectively. Wisconsin producers increased their acreage 11%, while Idaho and Indiana harvested acreage remained unchanged.
The U.S. average yield is 92 pounds of oil per acre, up 4 pounds from last year. Production in Washington is up 14% and average yield is at 120 pounds per acre, a record high for the State. The Pacific Northwest experienced favorable growing conditions this season.
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