Columbia/Jefferson City Region

Five Leading Cities for FDI in Missouri

Missouri's economic appeal stems from its advantageous business climate and strong workforce paired with deep roots in agriculture, automotive, plant science, and advanced manufacturing. Its diverse range of industries receives substantial foreign investments. ... Read More

Swift Prepared Foods Opens New $200 Million Principe Foods Facility in Missouri

COLUMBIA, MO – Swift Prepared Foods, a subsidiary of leading global food company JBS USA, has opened its newest facility – Principe Foods, which produces high-quality Italian meats and charcuterie. Company ... Read More

EquipmentShare Expands with New HQ in Columbia, Missouri

EquipmentShare, a company providing digital solutions for the construction industry, recently announced plans to expand with a new corporate headquarters in Columbia, Missouri. The expansion represents $100 million in capital investment ... Read More

Columbia Regional Airport Celebrates Opening of New Terminal

The Columbia Regional Airport (COU), in Columbia, Missouri, recently celebrated the opening of its new $23 million terminal. The new facility, which is now fully operational, will improve air travel for ... Read More

Missouri Cities Ranked Among Top US Metros for Manufacturing Growth

Jefferson City, St. Joseph, Columbia, and Kansas City were recently named among the top U.S. metros for manufacturing job growth according to a new study published by the U.S Bureau of ... Read More

Food Manufacturer Prepares to Open New Facility in Columbia, Missouri

Swift Prepared Foods, a leading global food manufacturing company, is getting ready to begin hiring employees to work at its new Italian meats processing plant set to open next year in ... Read More

Five Missouri Cities Rank Among Midwest’s Top Startup Cities

Multiple Missouri cities ranked among the Midwest’s top startup cities according to a new report. St. Louis, Kansas City, Columbia, Springfield, and Jefferson City were recognized by M25. The Chicago-based early-stage ... Read More

Missouri Certified Site: Partnership Business Park

Located in central Missouri, the Partnership Business Park is zoned for light industrial use. This Jefferson City site has 85 available certified acres, with an additional 100 available adjacent acres. A ... Read More

Columbia, Missouri, Is Keeping the Nation Fed

Trade & Industry Development recently highlighted several regions in the U.S. that are creating food and economic output. One of the regions was Columbia, Missouri. Columbia is an ideal location for ... Read More

Missouri Certified Site: Paris Industrial Park

Located in central Missouri, the Paris Industrial Park is zoned for industrial and is already home to long-term, growing and expanding companies. 21 acres of this certified site are currently available. A certified ... Read More