Which of the following crops account for 83% of the total US economic value of crops?

Field and miscellaneous crops represent a significant portion of the total economic value of crops in the United States, accounting for about 83% of that value. This group includes staple crops such as corn, soybeans, and wheat, which are critical for both domestic use and export. These crops contribute to animal feed, processed food products, and a variety of industrial applications, which collectively drive their high economic value.

In contrast, fruits and nuts, commercial vegetables, and forage crops, while important, make up a smaller portion of the overall economic value. Fruits and nuts are valuable but generally have a smaller land footprint compared to staple crops, and their economic contribution is less than that of field crops. Commercial vegetables also provide significant economic input but do not reach the same level as the field crops. Forage crops, while essential for livestock production, similarly do not contribute as significantly to the overall economic crop value in comparison to field and miscellaneous crops. This context emphasizes the dominance of field crops in the U.S. agricultural economy.