primary producer

American  

noun

Biology.

1. any green plant or any of various microorganisms that can convert light energy or chemical energy into organic matter.

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Other Word Forms

• primary production
  noun

Etymology

Origin of primary producer

First recorded in 1925–30

Example Sentences

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primary producer

Give and Go Prepared Foods Corp, the company listed on the FDA report, is the primary producer for in-store bakery products in North America.

From Salon ● Aug. 12, 2025

This bean shortfall meant buyers turned to countries like Vietnam, the primary producer of Robusta beans, that are typically used in instant blends.

From BBC ● Sep. 14, 2024

Jeanty — who contributed 44 rushing yards and a 7-yard score, and three catches for 102 yards and a touchdown — was the Broncos’ primary producer.

From Seattle Times ● Sep. 2, 2023

California is also the nation’s primary producer of several crops, including almonds, artichokes, olives and walnuts.

From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 1, 2023

Within a food web, there are many food chains connecting a primary producer to different consumers.

From Textbooks ● Jan. 1, 2018