1. ND House Advances HB 1332, Supporting Agristo Project with $30 million On Tuesday, February 25th, the North Dakota House of Representatives voted in support of HB 1332. The bill… Read
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The Grand Forks region isn’t just home to over 100,000 people. It’s also home to the nation’s most robust unmanned and autonomous systems (UAS) ecosystem, the state’s flagship university (University of North Dakota) and the Grand Forks Air Force Base. Located on the eastern border of the state and one hour south of the Canadian border, we’ve taken our pioneer spirit to a new level by advancing key industries like UAS, manufacturing, agribusiness and technology.
DOING BUSINESS HERE
The City of Grand Forks and the State of North Dakota have a long history of effectively supporting business attraction, expansion and retention. The Grand Forks Region EDC business developers work closely with you and your lender to maximize federal, state and local support. Our direct financing options, subsidy loans, workforce pipeline programs and business support programs make our region a place where your business can grow and succeed.
ANNUAL MEETING
The EDC hosts an annual meeting to report on the exciting developments happening across the Grand Forks region and present the Klaus Thiessen Impact Award. Employees of member companies and clients are invited to attend.
Explore Grand Forks
Located on the border of Minnesota and just two hours south of Canada, Grand Forks is well-positioned for growth and expansion on the Great Plains. Businesses are continuing to choose Grand Forks, ND for our diverse and skilled workforce, business-friendly atmosphere and our eagerness for you to succeed.
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AGRIBUSINESS
Greater Grand Forks is home to some of America's richest farmland and leads the nation in food production and processing.
BIOMEDICAL
With a medical school, major medical complex and research centers, Grand Forks is well-established in the biomedical field.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
Wind, oil, and other energy sources work together to create unparalleled opportunities in the Grand Forks region.
MANUFACTURING
Our diverse manufacturing base spans across wind energy, oil and gas, aviation, construction, food, and automotive.
TECHNOLOGY
Grand Forks is home to the first UAS development park, data centers and a tech accelerator.
UNMANNED & AUTONOMOUS SYSTEMS
We’ve taken our pioneer spirit to a new level, leading the development of the most robust UAS ecosystem in the country.
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The EDC is ready to connect you to the right programs to help you get started in the Grand Forks region.
Keith Lund
President & CEO, Grand Forks Region EDC
Phone: 701.746.2722
Email: KeithL@grandforks.org
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Top 10 | January 2025
1. Grand Forks Identified as Site for a $450 Million Potato Processing Plant Agristo, a Belgium-based company, announced on January 10th that it intends to build a $450 million potato… Read
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Brustad Joins EDC Staff as Operations Manager
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 1/27/25 GRAND FORKS, N.D. – The Grand Forks Region Economic Development Corporation (EDC) is happy to announce that Brendan Brustad “BRU” has been hired as the Operations… Read
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