Explanation should include

• job creation
• share of gross domestic product (GDP)
• major commodities
• the multiplier effect.

Process/Skill Questions:

• What is the multiplier effect?
• What are Virginia’s top commodity and market items? 
• How do the agricultural and forestry sectors shape local economies, support supply chains, and influence long‑term economic stability?

Teacher Resources:

• Virginia 2026 High Demand Occupations Dashboard, Virginia Office of Education Economics
• Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services