Key Industries in North Central Florida

Known for its abundance of natural resources and affordable costs, the North Florida region also offers a fast-moving transit infrastructure along with an agile skilled workforce supported by the knowledge and research resources of two of Florida’s top R1 universities. Significant opportunities include:

Agriculture-based Industries

North Central Florida’s 16 counties offer wide-open spaces at affordable rates in a strategic location networked for rapid access to both foreign and domestic distribution systems. Land, location and logistics make agriculture-based industries truly a natural fit for the region.

Logistics & Distribution

In a central location offering fast-moving multimodal transit, logistics & distribution companies expand their reach and stay on the move. Lower costs and affordable sites mean ROI can be reached faster, too.

Logging & Timber

Timber companies are thriving here, thanks to sky-high opportunity created by the region’s abundant timber, skilled workforce and rapid multimodal shipping that opens routes across the nation and around the world. North Central Florida is home to leaders like binderholtz, Georgia Pacific Corporation, Suwannee River Mulch (a division of Suwannee Lumber Company), and Buckeye Technologies, Inc.

Technology & Healthcare

A fast-growing sector with significant implications and potential, healthcare services and technology offer prime opportunity in the North Florida region with skilled workforce and educational resources to produce peak innovation and quality, plus location and logistics to assure rapid distribution.

Aviation Services & Products

In a top-ranked state for aviation, North Central Florida offers top-flight regional aviation assets, including an extensive network of rural, regional and international airports, along with relevant training, affordable acreage and sites, along with burgeoning cluster opportunities.

Tourism

Beautiful natural resources, including hidden wonders throughout the region, support year-round vibrant recreational and leisure activities infused with an authentic cultural heritage. Visitor experiences here are endlessly rewarding—and repeatable.