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FIRA USA Pacific NW 2026: Where Robotics & Ag Tech Meet Grower’s NeedsGOFAR, the international organization dedicated to accelerating the adoption of agricultural robotics and autonomous technologies, is proud to announce that FIRA USA is heading to Yakima, Washington State, for its 5th edition, taking place October 20–22, 2026. Co-organized with the Yakima County Department […]

Following an initial $60 million investment in 2024, this expansion will increase applesauce jar line capacity at the Sunnyside facilityNATIONAL HARBOR, Maryland – Manzana Products Co. announced its plans to invest an additional $2 million to upgrade its new production site in Yakima at the SelectUSA Investment Summit in partnership with the Yakima County Development

When people think about economic development, they often picture factories, warehouses, or office buildings. But some of the most impactful investments a community can make look very different, especially in rural areas where access to healthcare and workforce shortages are persistent challenges. That’s why the new dental clinic being developed through a partnership between Yakima

Economic development doesn’t happen overnight, and it rarely happens without challenges along the way. Recruiting major new employers is a complex process — one that requires persistence, trust, and strong partnerships to overcome the unexpected. The new Manzana Products apple processing facility now under development in Sunnyside is a perfect example. Manzana, a subsidiary of

When a new business comes to town, the excitement begins long before the doors open. It starts with earthmovers clearing a site and construction crews setting up fences. A contractor’s sign appears, sparking curiosity about what might be coming. Soon, a foundation is poured, walls rise, and the skeleton of a building takes shape. Each