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U.S. Department of Commerce Manufacturing Community all things food southern idaho economic development
Our region is fueled by thriving agriculture and a pro-business culture. Explore our key industries below and schedule a visit with us today.
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Agribusiness

Food Processing, Food Science & Agriculture

Food production, processing and science serve as the economic foundation for our region. The Magic Valley leads the state's agribusiness industry by contributing nearly half of the state's  total agribusiness receipts.

Southern Idaho is one of four regions in the U.S. to earn the prestigious Federal Manufacturing Community Designation in the "All Things Food" category. This U.S. Dept. of Commerce designation further cements our region's economic dominance in all things food in the global marketplace.

Dairy Processing

Nowhere else in Idaho are there more dairy farms than in Southern Idaho, accounting for 80% of the state's dairy processing. Our excellent cow feed availability and generally cool year-round climate has helped us become #4 for milk production and #3 for cheese production in the United States. 

Manufacturing

Chemical, Plastics & Packaging

A mini-cluster of chemical, plastic and packaging manufacturers are located in Southern Idaho, including several major extruders, injection mold manufacturers, cardboard box, styrofoam, and other manufacturers. Many have chosen the region for their expansion because of the area's strong, qualified workforce, favorable power rates, good location and transportation for a west coast presence.

FAST
​FACTS


Southern Idaho is
#3 in the U.S.
for food processing

The region produces more than
29M pounds
of milk per day.

The
world's largest
yogurt factory
(Chobani) is located in
Twin Falls, ID.

Southern Idaho
#1 in commercial trout
in the U.S., accounting for 77% of food-size trout sold nationally.
PO Box 1238 
Twin Falls, ID 83303
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  • About Us
    • Buhl
    • Glenns Ferry
    • Gooding
    • Jerome
    • Shoshone
    • Twin Falls
    • Wendell
  • Business
    • Incentives
    • Site Selection
    • Workforce
    • Logistics & Transportation
    • Data Portal
    • Major Employers
    • Key Industries
    • Sustainability
    • Company Testimonials
  • Live Here
    • Outdoor Recreation
    • Retail & Dining
    • Arts & Culture
  • Rural Services
    • Buhl
    • Gooding
    • Hansen
    • Murtaugh
    • Shoshone
    • Wendell
  • Southern Idaho Jobs
    • Food & Dairy Processing, Food Science/R&D
    • Manufacturing, Warehousing & Distribution
    • Engineering, Construction & Utilities
    • Military & Veteran Services
    • Fish Processing & Aquaculture
    • Seeds, Beans & Grains
    • Recreation Tech
    • Healthcare, Education & Government
    • Media, Sales & Financial Services
  • News
  • Blog
  • Contact