26 Jun 2017
Lidl to create 250 jobs in Bartow County
Gov. Nathan Deal today announced that Lidl, one of the world’s largest retailers, will create 250 jobs and invest $100 million over the next five years in a new regional headquarters and distribution center in Cartersville.
“Lidl’s commitment to locate in Georgia speaks to our business-friendly climate and robust workforce,” said Deal. “Georgia is a gateway to the Southeastern market and beyond, providing innovative retail leaders such as Lidl the logistics infrastructure needed to support a growing customer base. We value Lidl’s investment and share in the company’s vision for future growth.”
09 May 2017
Elixir Extrusions expanding in Douglas, GA
May 5, 2017 – Elixir Extrusions LLC is expanding its operations in Douglas-Coffee County, GA. The expansion brings 100 new jobs and $8 million in investment to the area. The manufacturer of custom aluminum extrusions and fabricated parts will build a new 70,000 square-foot facility to accommodate the integration of automated anodizing equipment. The new production line will create one of the largest of its kind in the U.S.
29 Mar 2017
Protein Plus expanding in Fitzgerald, Georgia
March 29, 2017 – Protein Plus is adding a new production facility and over the next few years, 30 new jobs. Jason Dunn, Executive Director with Fitzgerald-Ben Hill County Development Authority said, “The Protein Plus expansion is further proof that Fitzgerald and Ben Hill County is a place where value added agricultural products can be produced competitively. What better news can a community have than hearing one of their local industries is expanding? We are excited to see what the future holds for them as they grow their product line and employment.”
20 Mar 2017
Farmax Merchandise coming to Cordele-Crisp County, Georgia
March 20, 2017 – ECG’s Office of Economic & Community Development is thrilled to announce Farmax Merchandise will bring more than 20 new jobs and invest $5 million in Cordele-Crisp County. Farmax, a China-based peanut production and exporting enterprise, is opening a new peanut oil processing facility. The company serves customers in the U.S., EU, Canada, Southeast Asia, Russia, the Middle East, Australia and New Zealand.
“Cordele and Crisp County are excited to welcome Farmax as the community’s first China-based manufacturer,” said Zack Wade, chairman of the Crisp County-Cordele Industrial Development Authority. “The company will be a great fit for our community because it will consume large amounts of peanuts—one of our most abundant local cash crops.”
09 Mar 2017
Aviagen to Invest $18 million in Brooks County, Georgia
March 9, 2017 – ECG’s Office of Economic & Community Development is proud to announce Aviagen Broiler Breeders’ location in Quitman-Brooks County creating 100 jobs and investing $18 million. Aviagen supplies day-old grandparent and parent stock chicks to customers in 130 countries worldwide under the Arbor Acres®, Indian River®, and Ross® brand names. These brands are among the most recognized and respected names in the poultry industry and each has a proven record of success in addition to a large and loyal global customer base.
Governor Nathan Deal said, “The poultry industry has been one of Georgia’s top economic drivers for decades and Aviagen’s decision to expand here is a testament to our competitive economic environment today. With this new hatchery in Brooks County, Aviagen will reap the benefits of Georgia’s strategic location as the key gateway to the Southeastern market and beyond. We appreciate Aviagen’s confidence in Georgia’s workforce and continued investment in our state.”