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 Words From

• primary production noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of primary producer¹

First recorded in 1925–30

Example Sentences

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

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

From Seattle Times

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

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

From Los Angeles Times

Clarence Clarity, the primary producer on both of Sawayama’s albums, described his process of making music with Sawayama as throwing a bunch of disparate eras and aesthetics together and seeing what works.

From New York Times