Poultry processor Amick Farms announces $74M Mississippi facility expansion
Amick Farms expands operations at its Laurel, Miss., facility.
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Poultry processor Amick Farms is expanding operations at its Laurel, Miss., facility. The project represents a $74.5 million corporate investment and will create approximately 190 jobs.
Amick Farms operates three fully integrated poultry production facilities, located in Batesburg, S.C., Hurlock, Md,, and Laurel, Miss.
Headquartered in Batesburg, S.C., Amick Farms purchased the Laurel production facility in 2021. The expansion will increase its processing capacity from 800,000 to approximately 1.1 million head per week over the next three years.
The Mississippi Development Authority is providing assistance through the Mississippi Flexible Tax Incentive, or MFLEX, program. MDA also is providing assistance with infrastructure improvements. The Economic Development Authority of Jones County is assisting with the project, as well.
“Agriculture has been at the core of Mississippi’s economy for centuries. This $74 million investment and nearly 200 jobs in Laurel builds on that strong foundation and legacy. Mississippi has the natural resources, transportation network and pro-growth environment in place to help ensure our state keeps feeding America for generations to come,” said Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves.
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