Indiana companies in the agri-processing industry value land, location and hard-work. Allen County offers the agri-processing industry customer access through our extensive transportation options, proximity to large markets, business incentives and affordable site options. And, our Indiana workforce is dedicated and hard-working. Those are just some of the reasons that the agri-processing industry thrives in Allen County.
Agriculture plays a vital role in Indiana's economy. The state has more than 60,000 farms covering approximately 14.7 million acres of farmland. In 2007, crop sales, totaling $5.3 billion, were ranked tenth in the United States. Indiana is a leader in the production of corn and soybeans and actively promotes the use of bio-fuels including ethanol and blended bio-fuels derived from corn and soybeans.
Fort Wayne is home to several food production facilities and non-food agri-processing operations. Indiana's natural environment and the state's commitment to supporting the agricultural industry make the state an ideal location for agricultural business opportunities.
| Major Employers |
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Edy's Grand Ice Cream
|
486
|
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C&M Fine Pack
|
428
|
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Supervalu-FW Division
|
400
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Lincoln Foodservice Products
|
365
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Mullinix Packages, Inc.
|
360
|
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Aunt Millie's Bakeries
|
222
|
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Heritage Food Service
|
194
|
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Regal Beloit
|
180
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Pyromation
|
158
|
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Pepsi-Cola Bottlers, Inc.
|
135
|
| For a more extensive listing of agri-processing employers with additional detail, please visit our Top Employers page. |
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| Annual Average Wages By Occupation, 2008 |
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Allen County
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U.S.
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Allen/U.S.
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Dietitians & Nutritionists
|
$46,310
|
$51,470
|
89.9%
|
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Farming, Fishing, and Forestry
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$34,555
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$23,560
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146.6%
|
|
Bakers
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$25,539
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$25,050
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101.9%
|
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Butchers & Meat Cutters
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$31,643
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$29,700
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106.5%
|
|
Crushing, Grinding & Polishing Machine Operators
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$41,548
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$31,360
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132.9%
|
|
Cutting & Slicing Machine Operators
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$34,405
|
$30,020
|
114.1%
|
|
Extruding, Forming, Pressing & Compacting Machine Operators
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$42,791
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$30,430
|
140.6%
|
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Molders, Shapers & Casters, Except Metal & Plastic
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$26,467
|
$29,090
|
90.9%
|
| Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, OES and Indiana DWD |
FARM BUSINESS by the Percentages
Almost 14.8% of all farms in Northeast Indiana (EGR 3) are located in Allen County, while comprising only 13.0% of farmland in Northeast Indiana.
Allen County also makes up the following for Northeast Indiana:
13.4% of all harvested cropland
6.6% of all cattle inventory
5.1% of milk cows
7.6% of all cattle and calves sold
7.9% of all hog and pig inventory
9.6% of all hogs and pigs sold
11.8% of all sheep & lamb inventory
22.3% of all wheat for grain
29.4% of all oats for grain
14.6% of all soybeans
19.4% of all non citrus farms
22.5% of all apple farms
28.0% of all nut farms
12.9% of organic farms
GRAIN
Allen County provided 13.7% of all corn for grain in Northeast Indiana.
OTHER PRODUCTION
Allen County is involved in the production of sorghum, milk goats, bees and honey, horses and ponies, hay, fruits and nuts, and vegetables.
Farming Information Source: 2007 USDA Census of Agriculture
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