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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

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SAP Labs Canada, Amazon Expanding In Quebec

Canada January 25, 2021

SAP Labs Canada will open a research and development office in Montreal; Amazon adds five new facilities and 1,000 jobs.

Civica To Create 186 Jobs With New Virginia Pharmaceutical Facility

Biotech & Pharma January 22, 2021

Pharmaceutical manufacturer Civica Inc. will build a 120,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in the City of Petersburg, VA.

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Location Spotlight: Game-changing Logistics Hub in Northwest Ohio

July 1, 2019

A nationally acclaimed logistics development company is preparing to unveil a master-planned park which will be able to accommodate more than 4 million square feet of industrial space. This park will also lay adjacent to one the country’s most critical intermodal terminals. NorthPoint Development is on a fast track to putting up the $250 million park which is expected to serve as a significant advantage for industrial supply chains in the Midwest.

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NESA: What Makes Your Business Run?

December 1, 2020

NESA is a regional, non-profit, economic development organization that serves nine counties in the northeastern corner of South Carolina. Our primary objective is to create jobs for the residents of the region by working within the existing industry base and recruiting new companies.

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SAP Labs Canada, Amazon Expanding In Quebec

Canada January 25, 2021

SAP Labs Canada will open a research and development office in Montreal; Amazon adds five new facilities and 1,000 jobs.

Employee Workplace Needs Differ Dramatically By Generation

Surveys & Research January 25, 2021

While Millennials prioritize better hardware, Gen X wants more flexible work schedules to care for their families and Baby Boomers want a raise, finds the Nintex Workplace 2021 Study.

Plug Power Inc. To Build New Innovation Center In New York State

Energy January 22, 2021

Plug Power Inc.'s $125 million project will create almost 380 jobs at a new state-of-the-art facility in Monroe County, NY.

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Civica To Create 186 Jobs With New Virginia Pharmaceutical Facility

Biotech & Pharma January 22, 2021

Pharmaceutical manufacturer Civica Inc. will build a 120,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in the City of Petersburg, VA.

Honda Investing $200M In Western Ohio Engine Plant Expansion

Automotive January 21, 2021

The automaker will add 120 new jobs at the Honda of America Mfg., Inc. Anna Engine Plant with help from a JobsOhio economic development grant.

Uzin Utz To Build Second North American Manufacturing Facility In Texas

Manufacturing January 21, 2021

Uzin Utz, a manufacturer of floor covering products, will invest $34M in a 125,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Waco, TX.

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Stars Promote Safer Indoor Spaces Through WELL Health-Safety Rating January 25, 2021
Lady Gaga, Michael B. Jordan, and Robert DeNiro are among the celebrity ambassadors raising awareness about facilities that prioritize the health and safety of their staff and visitors. - Read: Stars Promote Safer Indoor Spaces Through WELL Health-Safety Rating at FacilityExecutive.com.
Utilizing The IoT For Remote Monitoring January 25, 2021
To enhance operations, while simultaneously keeping those in the facilities safe, managers are increasingly leveraging IoT devices to remotely manage water, energy, and gas consumption. - Read: Utilizing The IoT For Remote Monitoring at FacilityExecutive.com.
LG Transparent OLED Display Signage January 25, 2021
LG Transparent OLED Touch Screen Digital Signage lets viewers see spaces that previously would be hidden away behind a display, to harmonize with its surroundings. - Read: LG Transparent OLED Display Signage at FacilityExecutive.com.