Fort Riley, located in the Flint Hills region, is surrounded by a thriving agricultural sector that offers significant opportunities for agribusiness development. Kansas is a national leader in agriculture, with 88% of its land dedicated to farming and ranching, supporting 58,569 farms. The state ranks first in grain sorghum production and leads in winter wheat production, contributing over 23% of the nation’s crop. Additionally, Kansas is third in cattle production. Fort Riley itself supports agricultural initiatives through its Agricultural Outlease Program, which leases over 30,000 acres for hay production and crop farming, generating $85,000 to $90,000 annually for conservation projects. The fort’s proximity to Kansas State University, a renowned agricultural research institution, further enhances opportunities for innovation and collaboration in agribusiness. This combination of agricultural abundance, strategic location, and institutional support makes the area around Fort Riley ideal for agribusiness ventures.