Manufacturing is a strong sector in the Grand Forks, ND region. From composites to metal to food processing, the Grand Forks region has a diverse manufacturing base with niche companies that manufacture products for industries including wind energy, oil and gas, aviation, construction, food, and automotive. Workforce is critical in manufacturing, and UND and Northland Community & Technical College support businesses by developing specialized training and certification courses, filling internships, and providing a ready workforce to fill in-demand positions.
The North Dakota Trade Office (NDTO) continues to increase its efforts to expand North Dakota’s exports to high-demand foreign markets. Impact Dakota is the North Dakota delivery organization of the U.S. Department of Commerce’s nationwide Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) network. Its staff of experts provide specialized business consulting services to North Dakota-based manufacturing and processing companies.
Strategic incentive offerings in the state of North Dakota offer manufacturing businesses an advantage. Learn more about North Dakota State incentives below.
Workforce
Financial Incentives
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