The Department of Corrections' AgriIndustries operates six dairy and crop farms as well as three food processing plants statewide, supplying Corrections, Human Services, Distribution Center, and Agriculture -- with milk, beef, turkey, pork and vegetable products. The objective of the AgriIndustries Revolving Fund, established in 1977, is to offer products to the departments at a savings. AgriIndustries stresses a strong work ethic and promotes sound work habits among offenders, providing programs that have been shown to reduce recidivism.

All AgriIndustries are self-supporting and operate without appropriated funds. Annual revenues equal approximately $9 million, with annual savings of approximately $1 million in food costs.