Aerospace
The aerospace industry is a dynamic, emerging economic sector in West Virginia. From up-and-coming high-tech innovators to established titans of the industry, the state’s growing cluster of aerospace companies is fueled by an array of advantages. West Virginia is within a day’s drive of 34% of the top domestic purchasing sectors of aerospace products and […]
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West Virginia’s agriculture industry consists of 22,787 farms generating nearly $948 million in 2022. Crop production, including nursery and greenhouse varieties, exceeded $232 million, while livestock, poultry, and related products like beef, pork, and dairy contributed almost $716 million. The state’s diverse agricultural output, led by top commodities such as poultry, cattle, and calves, highlights […]
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Automotive component manufacturers from around the world have found success in West Virginia, thanks to a skilled workforce and easy access to raw materials like steel, aluminum, and polymers. Companies such as Toyota, Niterra, and Hino are reinvesting in the state, further strengthening its automotive sector. Automotive manufacturers in the state benefit from research and […]
Continue readingBuilding Products
West Virginia’s building products industry boasts the highly skilled workforce, ample building materials and dedicated support services the construction industry needs to construct a solid foundation for success. With 11.9 million forested acres, West Virginia is the third most forested state in the nation. The ample wood products make West Virginia a leading producer of […]
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West Virginia is widely recognized as the birthplace of the modern chemical and polymer industries, with these sectors thriving for generations. Located in the heart of the Appalachian Basin, the state sits atop abundant natural gas reserves, including the Marcellus and Utica Shale fields. Chemical industrial parks offer co-location and shared service benefits, such as […]
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