The governmental seat of Cassia County, Burley is the second largest community in Idaho’s scenic Magic Valley.
With nearly 50,000 people in the county, Burley boasts a population of nearly 12,000. Burley is a thriving business community that has access to plentiful natural resources and a large workforce trained in the latest technical skills. Burley has a major foothold in the energy sector with a state-of-the-art Pacific Ethanol facility, which produces 10% of Idaho’s transportation fuels. McCain Foods is the largest French fry-producing plant in North America and has undergone several expansions.
Founded in 1905, Burley has been a strategic center for centuries dating back to the Oregon Trail migration. Its location, equal distance to three major cities - Denver, Portland and Seattle - continues to meet leading industry transportation needs.
With nearly 50,000 people in the county, Burley boasts a population of nearly 12,000. Burley is a thriving business community that has access to plentiful natural resources and a large workforce trained in the latest technical skills. Burley has a major foothold in the energy sector with a state-of-the-art Pacific Ethanol facility, which produces 10% of Idaho’s transportation fuels. McCain Foods is the largest French fry-producing plant in North America and has undergone several expansions.
Founded in 1905, Burley has been a strategic center for centuries dating back to the Oregon Trail migration. Its location, equal distance to three major cities - Denver, Portland and Seattle - continues to meet leading industry transportation needs.
Company Testimonials
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“There is an increasing demand for potato products from customers nationwide and around the world. We made the decision to invest in our Burley (Idaho) plant because of its strong potato grower community, highly capable workforce and tremendous support from the local and state government.”
Frank van Schaayk, regional president, McCain Foods/The Americas |
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In this corner of the Magic Valley, we have never seen a place that can issue a permit faster. Burley is a brilliant place to do business.
David Richardson, Vice Chairman, NewCold |
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Major Employers
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