Innovative companies with high-growth potential gain the competitive edge when they come to Georgia.  The state continues to lead the nation in the production of poultry, pecans and peanuts, and ranks second in the nation for the production of cotton and rye.

As Georgia’s leading industry, agribusiness contributes a $56.7 billion impact to Georgia’s economy, and connects companies involved in every sector of the industry, from agriculture and manufacturing, nutraceuticals and organics, renewable fuel biomass production, to packaging and distribution, and technology-based solutions.

Natural Resources 

Georgia is rich in natural resources, making the state a great home for companies in the agribusiness industry.  With assets such as plentiful forests, a favorable climate, and long growing seasons, Georgia attracts top companies involved in various agribusiness industries, including Georgia-Pacific, Packaging Corporation of America, and Sanderson Farms.  The state leads the nation in key poultry production categories, with broiler chickens the state’s top agriculture commodity representing nearly 41 percent of agriculture commodities in 2008.  Other products contributing to the success of the agribusiness marketplace in Georgia are goods for which the state is most well known, including Vidalia onions, peaches and Coca-Cola. 

For many companies, the bridge between research and commercialization has proven challenging.  Yet, Georgia’s strong partnerships with world-class research centers, like Georgia Tech Research Institute’s Agricultural Technology Research Program, and the universities and technical colleges across the state, help to accelerate this phase.  Our team works with businesses and their research partners each step of the way, providing industry-specific advice, process and market knowledge.

Financial Resources 

Georgia gives agribusinesses a competitive advantage in the evolving marketplace and economic climate by connecting qualified companies with potential funding opportunities. Through incentive programs, matching research grants, and access to potential investors via angel investor networks and venture capitalist organizations, we are committed to accelerating business growth in Georgia.

Centers of Innovation 

The Centers of Innovation are the central source for accelerating business growth in Georgia through innovation and technology, providing collaboration with leaders in university research, business ,and access to intellectual capital. The Center of Innovation for Agribusiness is Georgia's central resource for accelerating growth in the agribusiness industry.

Do you want to learn more about how Georgia can help you in the field of Agribusiness? Please contact Anne Stafford at 404-962-4178 or astafford@georgia.org.

Related Sites:

AgriSeek

Georgia Ag Forecast

Georgia Agribusiness Council

Georgia Department of Agriculture

Georgia Farm Bureau

Georgia Forestry Commission

UGA Center for Agribusiness and Economic Development