Public Comment Open for Kittitas-Yakima Economic Development Strategy Community input will help finalize a shared vision and blueprint to guide economic growth and future funding opportunities After nearly a year of regional
CAMPS Hosts Hands-On AI Workshop for Manufacturers The Center for Advanced Manufacturing Puget Sound (CAMPS) is hosting an Interactive Technical Workshop for Manufacturers on September 16, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
CAMPS and YCDA Launch Manufacturing Initiative to Strengthen Central Washington Manufacturing Community The Center for Advanced Manufacturing Puget Sound (CAMPS) and the Yakima County Development Association (YCDA) have partnered to launch the Yakima
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
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
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
Yakima County is changing, and with that change comes a responsibility to intentionally shape our economic future. Growth does not happen by accident, and neither does resilience. Both require planning, coordination, and a
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
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
If we want to support a stronger local economy, we need to listen carefully to the people building it from the ground up. That’s why the Yakima County Development Association, in partnership with
