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Economic development creates opportunities to grow state, local and metro areas, which are essential for economic growth, improved quality of life and community development. Farming articles below.

CHS To Build Fertilizer Plant At Spiritwood, ND

September 10, 2014

The majority of the nitrogen products from the plant will serve farmer-owned cooperatives and independent farm supply retailers within a 200-mile radius of the plant in the Dakotas, parts of Minnesota, Montana and Canada.

INDUSTRY FOCUS: More Than Just Production And Plating

August 13, 2013

From quality meats to sugary treats, consumers are offered an almost endless supply of options when it comes to food. From the May/June 2013 issue.

Farmers Rice Milling Announces $13.4 Million Investment In Louisiana

February 4, 2013

The company's investment near Lake Charles will add 55,000 square feet and retain 87 jobs in Calcasieu Parish, LA.

KWIC In Manhattan, KS, Gets EDA Grant

October 5, 2012

U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) invests $458,000 to support expanded biotechnology research and development and job creation in Manhattan, KS. Oct 5, 2012 @ 11:45 AM

Business Facilities & COVID-19

Snapshots: 60 Seconds with Mike Grundmann, VEDP

Snapshots July 27, 2020

Mike Grundmann, Senior Vice President, Talent Solutions, Virginia Economic Development Partnership, discusses workforce development, recruitment and training, and the impact of COVID-19.

Maryland National Capital Region Alliance Formed

Business Report July 20, 2020

Representing the majority of Maryland’s population and economy, six counties will work together with each other and federal and state partners towards regional initiatives and COVID-19 economic recovery.

Featured Location Spotlight

Location Spotlight: Topeka, Kansas

February 12, 2018

With three top universities in the area and connectivity via major interstates, Topeka, Kansas is rich with opportunity. Visit the GO Topeka Economic Partnership to learn more.

Featured Location Videos

BF Location Video: Georgia Ports Authority: Celebrating 75 Years

March 13, 2020

On March 9, 1945 the Georgia Legislature, anticipating the post-World War II economic boom, created the Georgia Ports Authority, with control over the deepwater ports in both Savannah and Brunswick. Today, the Port of Savannah is the fastest-growing and single largest container terminal in the country, accounting for nearly 10% of Georgia’s economy.

Breaking News

U.S. Department Of Commerce Invests $10.1M In West Virginia

Economic Development August 4, 2020

The investment will support local strategies to spur business and job growth in West Virginia, including in Opportunity Zones.

U.S. Outduels China In Artificial Intelligence, Startups And GDP

Press Releases August 4, 2020

The United States is outdueling China in a tight competition for global economic hegemony in Business Facilities' 16th Annual Rankings Report.

Walmart To Build $20M Distribution Center In South Carolina

Logistics & Distribution August 3, 2020

The 3 million-square-foot facility will create more than 1,000 full-time jobs in Dorchester County, SC.

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U.S. Department Of Commerce Invests $10.1M In West Virginia

Economic Development August 4, 2020

The investment will support local strategies to spur business and job growth in West Virginia, including in Opportunity Zones.

Walmart To Build $20M Distribution Center In South Carolina

Logistics & Distribution August 3, 2020

The 3 million-square-foot facility will create more than 1,000 full-time jobs in Dorchester County, SC.

Shutterfly Investing $23M In Ohio Expansion

Manufacturing July 28, 2020

Shutterfly, a digital photo products manufacturing company, will expand production and create 100 new jobs at its Galion, OH facility.

Facility Management

Facility Executive – Creating Intelligent Buildings

Helix Series Industrial Computers August 4, 2020
OnLogic's Helix Series of industrial computers is available for users in edge computing, industrial IoT, smart city, smart factory, AI, and automation applications and powered by Intel’s latest 10th generation processors. - Read: Helix Series Industrial Computers at FacilityExecutive.com.
New Industrial High Temperature Control Dampers From Greenheck August 3, 2020
A variety of optional features make models HCD-324 and HCD-524 extremely versatile allowing the dampers to be tailored to the application. - Read: New Industrial High Temperature Control Dampers From Greenheck at FacilityExecutive.com.
What Are Some Best Practices For Optimizing Utility Costs? August 3, 2020
Misconceptions about utility usage often stem from a facility manager’s misdirected focus on what usage is being monitored, instead of focusing on how it is being monitored day-to-day. - Read: What Are Some Best Practices For Optimizing Utility Costs? at FacilityExecutive.com.

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