All Employees: Non-Durable Goods: Fruit and Vegetable Preserving and Specialty Food Manufacturing in Washington

SMU53000003231140001A • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

11.60

Year-over-Year Change

8.41%

Date Range

1/1/1990 - 1/1/2024

Summary

This economic trend measures the number of non-durable goods employees in the fruit and vegetable preserving and specialty food manufacturing industry in Washington state. It provides insight into the production and employment levels of this key manufacturing sector.

Analysis & Context

This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.

Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.

About This Dataset

The All Employees: Non-Durable Goods: Fruit and Vegetable Preserving and Specialty Food Manufacturing in Washington metric tracks the employment figures for this important food processing industry. It offers a window into the health and output of this segment of the state's manufacturing economy.

Methodology

The data is collected through employer surveys by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Historical Context

This employment trend is used by economists and policymakers to monitor the performance of Washington's food manufacturing industry.

Key Facts

  • Washington is a major producer of fruit and vegetable products.
  • This industry employs over 10,000 workers in the state.
  • Specialty food manufacturing is a fast-growing segment.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This metric tracks the number of non-durable goods employees in the fruit and vegetable preserving and specialty food manufacturing industry in Washington state.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: This employment data provides insight into the health and output of a key manufacturing sector in Washington's economy.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through employer surveys by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Economists and policymakers use this metric to monitor the performance of Washington's food manufacturing industry.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published monthly with a short delay by the U.S. Federal Reserve.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Non-Durable Goods: Fruit and Vegetable Preserving and Specialty Food Manufacturing in Washington (SMU53000003231140001A), retrieved from FRED.