The Lincoln Partnership for Economic Development (LPED) (selectlincoln.org) and Select Greater Omaha, are excited to announce the formation of the AgWorks Corridor to better position the region as a leader in value-added agriculture across the Midwest.
AgWorks Corridor was created to align regional strengths to advance shared priorities and opportunities. With Lincoln and Omaha serving as hubs, this joint initiative and regional effort will support companies from the start-up stage through full-scale commercialization.
“Agriculture has always been one of our region’s greatest competitive advantages, and the AgWorks Corridor builds on that foundation in a new way,” says Heath Mello, President & CEO of the Greater Omaha Chamber. “This partnership brings together the assets of Greater Omaha and Greater Lincoln to create one of the Midwest’s most compelling destinations for value-added agriculture.”
As agriculture drives 1-in-4 jobs across the region, the depth of area workforce gives companies access to a more connected, resilient and scalable operating environment. The AgWorks Corridor is positioned to leverage connections to education and research excellence. Within the corridor, local universities, community college and industry aligned programs deliver a strong pipeline of talent, research and innovation, helping companies access skilled workers, technical expertise and commercialization resources needed for long term growth.
For more information visit the AgWorks Corridor website at agworkscorridor.com or contact Lauren Obermier, Director of Business Development for LPED, at (402) 436.2379 and at lobermier@selectlincoln.org.