The Idaho Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is a statewide, university-based organization that helps small businesses succeed. SBDC consultants provide guidance in developing and growing a successful business. With six offices located throughout Idaho and affiliated with one of Idaho’s universities or colleges, the SBDC is uniquely positioned to serve as a focal point, for linking…
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Idaho’s companies and universities didn’t have to wait for the state to become more involved before they started creating partnerships with one another. Both the agriculture and technology industries are forced to move at a staggering pace to keep up with demand, and we want to ensure we are fostering and supporting partnerships that are…
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Idaho’s Agricultural History Nationally, we are in an era of agriculture that is more efficient and environmentally-conscious than ever before. In Idaho, agriculture has been the cornerstone of the economy and way of life for generations. Our farmers and ranchers produce far more food than could ever be consumed in the state. This creates tremendous…
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Recently, Idaho has recognized an opportunity to assist an emerging, joint-venture effort in the state. AgriTech, or agricultural technology, is not a new concept. Idaho’s agriculture industry has continuously remained on the cutting-edge of new technologies in order to keep up with the growing demand to feed the world. However, we have identified an opportunity…
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Idaho’s Aerospace Solution As the airline industry continues to consolidate, oil prices increase, and consumer expectation for reduced price continues, the margins of the aerospace industry are becoming increasingly thin. This pressure permeates through the supply chain, and is the driver of the critical location factors for aerospace companies looking to start, expand or relocate.…
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Governor C.L. “Butch” Otter launched Accelerate Idaho – his vision for growing the state’s economy and increasing the earning potential for every Idahoan – on May 1, 2014. Idaho is committed to being a national and global leader for economic growth and prosperity. This means that, more than ever, we’re harnessing Idaho’s resources and talent to…
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With over 70,000 attendees from over 65 countries worldwide and approximately 1,700 exhibitors, the Idaho Department of Commerce is excited to be part of the Mobile World Congress trade show taking place in Barcelona, Spain, from February 24-27, 2014. This year, Idaho Commerce will be sharing a “country” pavilion with three local companies and working…
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