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Houdek, formerly known as Prairie AquaTech, continues to demonstrate what is possible when strong partnerships, innovation, and vision come together in Brookings. What began as a research project at South Dakota State University has grown into a world-class business transforming aquaculture, pet food, and more. The Brookings Economic Development Corporation...

We know that every enterprise in our business ecosystem has specific needs. From workforce development to property tax concerns, the Brookings Economic Development Corporation’s (BEDC) Business Retention & Expansion Program designed its 2024 Business Survey to identify the most pressing challenges and opportunities for growth. “We want to ensure Brookings remains...

Connect Brookings, supported by a $25,000 annual investment from Vision Brookings for 2023-2025, continues to make a measurable impact in workforce retention by engaging SDSU students, new residents, and young professionals.Established to help address workforce shortages, the initiative expanded significantly in its first two years. By developing programs and fostering...

South Dakota State University Extension has welcomed Emily Kluin as a new member of the community vitality team.As a community vitality field specialist, Kluin will support the well-being and sustainability of South Dakota’s communities through focused programs and discussions. She is based at the Sioux Falls Regional Center.“The goal is...

The Basu Lab, located in South Dakota State University's Jerome J. Lohr College of Engineering, has partnered with QHS Lab Inc., a leading provider of digital health care solutions, for the development of a potentially revolutionary drug delivery system.Since the COVID-19 pandemic, SDSU assistant professor Saikat Basu has been conducting...

A saturated market presents business owners with unique challenges. It can be difficult for new businesses to break into a saturated market or for well-established businesses to increase their revenue. However, with SEO-driven content marketing strategies, you can capture more market share and add to your existing customer base.What is...

South Dakota State University Extension’s 4-H program will host its fifth annual 4-H Capitol Day on Jan. 22 in Pierre.Held in conjunction with Brookings and SDSU days at the Capitol, the event provides educational legislative experiences for 4-H members and the opportunity to meet 4-H supporters from across the state.It...

USDA Announces Final $300 Million in Automatic Assistance for Distressed Farm Loan Borrowers
Dec 20 2024The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the final approximately $300 million in assistance to distressed direct and guaranteed farm loan borrowers under Section 22006 of the Inflation Reduction Act. Over the past two years, USDA acted swiftly to assist distressed borrowers in retaining their land and continuing their agricultural...

U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the second round of Regional Agricultural Promotion Program (RAPP) grants, which is intended to allocate $300 million to 67 partners once all legal and administrative requirements are satisfied, expanding American food and agricultural exports in emerging global markets. This latest investment brings...

We all know what manufacturing, often referred to as “the backbone of our economy” means.But what about the term “advanced manufacturing” which has become such a common phrase in corporate site selection and the field of business attraction. The definition that I like to use explains that advanced manufacturing incorporates...

Notable Growth in Food Production and Processing
Dec 15 2024The Food and Beverage Production sector in the U.S. is a significant contributor to the economy, accounting for nearly 3.5 million jobs and over $534.3 billion of GDP in 2023. This sector includes Agriculture, Fishing, and Food and Beverage Processing subsectors, with notable job growth in food manufacturing, particularly beverage...

Innovate, Scale, Grow! Resources Abound for Emerging and Established Business Owners in Brookings
Nov 21 2024From startups conceptualized in basements to established businesses on Main Street, collaboration is the key to economic success in Brookings. Brookings Economic Development Corporation (BEDC) works with numerous area organizations to help its local entrepreneurs innovate, scale and grow.“The opportunities are certainly exciting,” said Matty Kerr, Business Development Specialist for...

When Archer Review CEO Dr. Karthik Koduru moved his small but growing company from Illinois to Texas a few years ago, he had the same things on his mind as the CEO of any giant multinational.“I wanted to move to Texas for the business-friendly reasons,” he told me on a...

SDSU Sets Sights on Research Designation
Nov 4 2024South Dakota State University has positioned itself as a premier land-grant university recognized for high value, innovation and bold impact through purposeful strategic enrollment management planning. One highlight of the university’s strategic plan to continue its remarkable academic experience, titled ‘Pathway to Premier 2030,” is to elevate itself as a...

Colleges and universities across the country have faced turbulent enrollment for more than a decade. Contrasting that trend, South Dakota State University (SDSU) in Brookings, SD, has experienced steady growth since 2019 by positioning itself through purposeful strategic enrollment management planning to best prepare for educational opportunities and challenges. The South...
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Brookings, South Dakota, has been steadily growing, and this growth isn’t just about more people living in the area. The story of Brookings is one of economic opportunities, driven by a dynamic job market, an influx of new residents seeking better career prospects, and the presence of South Dakota State...

As the Brookings Economic Development Corporation (BEDC), we believe it’s important to voice our concerns regarding Initiated Measure 28 (IM-28), which proposes eliminating the state sales tax on “anything sold for human consumption.” While we support efforts to reduce financial burdens on South Dakota families, the current draft of IM-28...

Vision Brookings, a catalyst for economic growth initiatives in the Brookings region, has been a driving force behind the area's development since 2005. Founded by private investors who recognized the region's potential, this initiative has successfully completed four campaigns to raise private funds to catalyze game-changing community investment and development...

ARPA Funds Requested for Childcare Facility
Aug 3 2022The Brookings Economic Development Corporation and the Brookings Early Care & Education Collaborative are leading an effort for a new childcare center in Brookings. The Center would cost $1.5 million and the organizations are seeking $500,000 of the city’s American Rescue Plan Act funding. This center would have the capacity...
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Brookings County Child Care Supply Plan Released
Brookings, S.D. July 14, 2022 - Brookings Economic Development Corporation (BEDC)
The Brookings Early Care...