Region 9

Explore South Georgia

Georgia’s working landscape.

Onion field in Vidalia, Georgia — Vidalia Onion Field

Vidalia Onion Field

Rooted in agriculture

Home to one of Georgia’s most recognized agricultural products

South Georgia is defined by its working landscape, from farms and forests to communities deeply rooted in agriculture. World-famous Vidalia® onions, grown only in this part of the state, reflect a legacy of farming that continues to shape the region.

17 Counties strong

South Georgia

Age when Martin Luther King, Jr. gave his first public speech in Dublin

(Visit Dublin Georgia)

20 counties

Where world-famous Vidalia® onions are grown

(Georgia Department of Agriculture)

2,700+

Employed in wood-related industries

(JobsEQ, 2026)

Area Counties

Appling, Bleckley, Candler, Dodge, Emanuel, Evans, Jeff Davis, Johnson, Laurens, Montgomery, Tattnall, Telfair, Toombs, Treutlen, Wayne, Wheeler, Wilcox.

About South Georgia

Rooted in agriculture and forestry, farms, timber operations, and related industries support the economy. Manufacturing and logistics operations reflect continued growth, with companies such as Shinsung Petrochemical in Toombs County supplying the automotive industry.

In Dublin, Martin Luther King, Jr.’s first public speech marked an early moment in his legacy and the region’s role in the U.S. Civil Rights Movement. Today, the city reflects a forward-thinking community grounded in Southern traditions. Across the region, state parks like Little Ocmulgee and Jack Hill offer golf, while George L. Smith State Park and paddling the Altamaha River offer respite through the region’s natural landscape.

“The strategic location near prominent cities like Savannah and Macon, facilitating convenient access, played a pivotal role in our decision-making process. Looking ahead to future expansion prospects, we deemed Metter to be an ideal location in anticipation of its role as a global electric vehicle production hub, thanks to its close proximity to Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America.”

– Sean Kim, Chief Operating Officer, DAS Corp.