primary producer

noun

Biology.

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

Other Word Forms

• primary production noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of primary producer¹

First recorded in 1925–30

Example Sentences

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.

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

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Wisconsin is, by far, the primary producer of the country’s cranberries, followed by Massachusetts.

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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.

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

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