Genuine – inside and out. That’s where Matt Dennis and Michael Stepp’s story begins for their authentic copper mug business called HandleBend. People appreciated their genuine, handcrafted product and that first mug turned into a successful business. As HandleBend grew, Dennis and Stepp needed room to grow their production and expand their product line. Looking […]
Manufacturing Is BIG DEAL In Nebraska
The impact of manufacturing on Nebraska’s economy is being celebrated across the state during Manufacturing Month. Nearly one in ten Nebraskans (100,000+) are employed by one of the state’s 1,900 manufacturing firms. In fact, manufacturing employment has reached its highest point in more than ten years. Manufacturing adds $13 billion to the state’s annual Gross […]
Nebraska’s Efforts Result in Silver Shovel Award
Governor Pete Ricketts recently accepted a 2019 Silver Shovel award from Area Development magazine on behalf of the State of Nebraska “Today is further proof that Nebraska is one of the best places in America to invest and do business,” said Governor Ricketts. “The Silver Shovel Award demonstrates that we continue to succeed at attracting […]
Why Did the Chicken Come to Nebraska? Because It Is Profitable!
Nebraska Public Power District Leading Nebraska Effort at International Production & Processing Expo Find out why companies like Lincoln Premium Poultry, Hendrix Genetics and Smart Chicken have chosen to locate or expand in Nebraska by visiting the NPPD Team at booth #6065 at the upcoming International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE), February 12-14, 2019 in […]
Good Industry, Great Numbers
97,000 and $13 billion. What do these two numbers have in common? They are economic statistics shared by Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts at a recent press conference to celebrate individuals receiving scholarships from the Nebraska Manufacturing Advisory Council (NeMAC). The program promotes careers in manufacturing and NeMAC backs up its convictions with scholarships sponsored by […]
Monolith Outlines Project Timeline for Area Residents
Monolith Outlines Project Timeline for Area Residents The innovative and environmentally clean carbon black manufacturing plant targets mid-2019 operational date In mid-April, a special town hall meeting was held between Monolith Materials and residents around the Hallam, Neb. area. Representatives of the clean carbon black manufacturing plant shared details about the progress it is making […]
Nebraska Wins Governor’s Cup for Second Consecutive Year
What worked for Nebraska in 2016 worked just as well in 2017, as the state successfully defended its claim to the Governor’s Cup it won last year. The recognition is based on the number of projects per capita, and Nebraska gained 110. Ask Gov. Ricketts why he thinks Nebraska won Site Selection’s facilities race again […]
Take a “Peck” at What Nebraska Has to Offer the Poultry Industry
Nebraska might be well known as the corn and beef state, but Nebraska’s poultry industry has something to crow about. Within the last 24 months, Nebraska has celebrated announcements by such entities as Costco/Lincoln Premium Poultry, Hybrid Turkeys and Hendrix Genetics. Their expansions and location investments illustrate the state’s attractiveness to agriculture industries. And such […]
December Publications from NPPD’s Economic Development Team
We hope you all had a prosperous 2017! Our final publications for the year include the following (click on the title to access the link): Nebraska Calling Card Nebraska Trend Studies: Valentine, Cherry County Ogallala, Keith County Keep watching as we will provide many more publications, including the update of the Nebraska Profit Opportunities for […]
California Solar-powered Ventilation Equipment Manufacturer Chooses Nebraska
SNAP-Fan, manufacturer of solar-powered ventilation equipment out of Arcadia, CA, is moving its operation to Utica, Nebraska, to partner with Breeza Industrial. Breeza, which builds engine-cooling fans has been building and supplying parts to SNAP-Fan for 10 years. The move will provide cost-savings, take advantage of Breeza’s specialty as a proven manufacturer, and Nebraska’s geographic […]