Market volatility and uncertainty are forcing automakers and automotive suppliers to diversify their operations away from just the automotive industry. In addition, failed EV programs have hit OEM and supplier bottom lines hard. Auto production busts inspire suppliers to think outside of carsKurt … Read more
The U.S. remains the world’s top destination for foreign direct investment (FDI), with cumulative, record-high investment reaching approximately $5.7 trillion by the end of 2024 (the latest year figures are available), representing a 30% increase since 2019. Despite a 6% year-on-year drop in 2023 inflows, the … Read more
We found an interesting piece on the largest manufacturing facilities in the world. They are HUGE! Top 10: Largest FactoriesBy Jasmin Jessen, ManufacturingDigital.com, January 28, 2026 For every job directly created in manufacturing, 2.2 jobs are created in other sectors according to the United … Read more
What a great idea! And it’s working. To solve the worker shortages for manufacturing, thinking outside the box may provide the best solution. Building Teens a Training Factory of Their OwnIndustryWeek.com, Donna Ennis, Jan. 30, 2026 Manufacturer Southwire’s “wraparound program” in Georgia combines … Read more
Energy and the stretched electricity grid have been key topics and differentiators in determining where, or even if, an industrial project can locate in a particular location. One post stated, “Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg said in May 2024 that power will be one … Read more
Our Roots Later this year marks Agracel’s 40th Anniversary! We plan to celebrate all year😊. Our loyal followers know that Agracel started out as a farmland investment company in 1986 before pivoting to industrial development in 1993. We’ve been full steam ahead since … Read more
Area Development has a great article about “why workforce readiness has become the most important site selection variable in America.” We are sharing the introduction to the article; it is well worth the time to click on the Full Report at the bottom. … Read more
The National Association of Manufacturers released their 4Q25 Manufacturers Outlook Survey. No real surprises. Optimism remains high and trade uncertainties remain as the top worry. NAM Manufacturers’ Outlook Survey: Manufacturers’ Sentiment Mixed in Q4By NAM News Room, December 17, 2025 The NAM’s latest Manufacturers’ Outlook Survey finds … Read more
This Area Development study confirms what we at Agracel have long known – there are definite strategic advantages to locating manufacturing operations in smaller markets. We have hit on the key points below; click on the Full Report link at the bottom for … Read more
Welcome to 2026! Thank you for staying with us! What better way to start the new year than with some burning questions facing our industry. Following, in part, is a report from IndustryWeek.com. Burning Questions for 2026: Industry, AI, Geopolitics and the Future … Read more