Notable Growth in Food Production and Processing
The Food and Beverage Production sector in the U.S. is a significant contributor to the economy, accounting for nearly 3.5 million jobs and over $534.3 billion of GDP in 2023. This sector includes Agriculture, Fishing, and Food and Beverage Processing subsectors, with notable job growth in food manufacturing, particularly beverage…
Advanced Manufacturing: What Does “Advanced” Mean
We all know what manufacturing, often referred to as “the backbone of our economy” means .But what about the term “advanced manufacturing” which has become such a common phrase in corporate site selection and the field of business attraction. The definition that I like to use explains that advanced manufacturing incorporates…
USDA Announces $300 Million in Additional Regional Agricultural Promotion Program Grants to Diversify U.S. Agricultural Export Markets
U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the second round of Regional Agricultural Promotion Program (RAPP) grants, which is intended to allocate $300 million to 67 partners once all legal and administrative requirements are satisfied, expanding American food and agricultural exports in emerging global markets. This latest investment brings total RAPP funding to $600 […]
USDA Announces Final $300 Million in Automatic Assistance for Distressed Farm Loan Borrowers
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the final approximately $300 million in assistance to distressed direct and guaranteed farm loan borrowers under Section 22006 of the Inflation Reduction Act. Over the past two years, USDA acted swiftly to assist distressed borrowers in retaining their land and continuing their agricultural operations. Since President Biden signed […]
SDSU Extension to host fifth annual 4-H Capitol Day
South Dakota State University Extension’s 4-H program will host its fifth annual 4-H Capitol Day on Jan. 22 in Pierre. Held in conjunction with Brookings and SDSU days at the Capitol, the event provides educational legislative experiences for 4-H members and the opportunity to meet 4-H supporters from across the state. It is free and […]
I’m an SEO Expert — Here Are 6 Content Tips to Stand Out in Any Saturated Market
A saturated market presents business owners with unique challenges. It can be difficult for new businesses to break into a saturated market or for well-established businesses to increase their revenue. However, with SEO-driven content marketing strategies, you can capture more market share and add to your existing customer base. What is a saturated market? A […]