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Developing New Food Value Chains in an Uncertain World

Article Jun 18, 2025 | By: James H. Renzas, Johan Beukema

In today's global environment, companies are placing greater emphasis on conducting thorough assessm...

Chicago skyline at sunset rising beyond the greenery and water of Lincoln Park, symbolizing Illinois’ fertile soil as the foundation for growth and innovation. Photo provided by Sean Pavone/Shutterstock.

Illinois’ Fertile Soil is Ground for Growth and Innovation

Article Jun 18, 2025 | By: The State of Illinois

A pipeline of talent is ready to staff and lead the field. Southern Illinois University’s (SIU) nati...

NE: Norfolk Crush, a New Soybean Crushing Facility, Opens in Norfolk, Creating 58 Jobs

News Jun 18, 2025

Norfolk Crush, a new soybean crushing facility, recently celebrated its grand opening. The new facility is on 480 acres just north of Norfolk and empl...

Cropland in the Midwest. Photo provided by Seward County Development Corporation

U.S. Agribusiness Centers Support the Nation’s Food Supply

Article Jun 18, 2025 | By: Tracey Schelmetic

In recent years, customers have demanded healthier foods with fewer additives, and specialty product...

The Mississippi State Capitol stands tall in Jackson, reflecting the state’s resilience, heritage, and vision for the future. Photo © Benkrut | Dreamstime.com

Mississippi Momentum: From Ag to Tech, Pro-Growth Policies Power Economic Growth in the Magnolia State

Article Jun 18, 2025 | By: State of Mississippi

Mississippi is full of opportunity, and recent economic momentum proves that the world is taking not...

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Powering Progress: Alabama's Multi-Sector Strategy for Economic Growth

Article Jun 18, 2025 | By: State of Alabama

Alabama has long been a rising star in the global economic landscape, but recent developments across...

A Boeing 787 Dreamliner is assembled at the company’s Charleston County campus. Photo provided by Boeing South Carolina

South Carolina: The Ultimate Business Advantage

Article Jun 18, 2025 | By: State of South Carolina

More than 600 automotive-related companies ranging from OEMs and tire manufacturers to a network of ...

Gong cha Announces Western U.S. Expansion, Accelerating Its Next Major Phase of Growth

News Jun 12, 2025

Gong cha, the world’s premier bubble tea brand with nearly 2,200 stores in 29 international markets, is accelerating its U.S. growth with major expans...

IN: Grillo's Pickles Building $54 Million Factory in Bartholomew County, Creating 150 New Jobs

News Jun 12, 2025

The company that invites customers to "Chill Out, Eat a Pickle" has officially confirmed its plans for a new $54 Million Food Manufacturing operation ...

KS: Governor Announces Opening of $400 Million Heartland Coca-Cola Olathe Production Campus

News Jun 11, 2025

Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly announced the grand opening of the 700,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art Heartland Coca-Cola Olathe Production Campus (OPC). T...