Key Industries

Food Processing

Nash County has a successful cluster of food processing companies, including local and international companies. We pride ourselves on this fruitful industry and credit its success in part to our ideal location with easy access to supply chain resources.

• Atlantic Natural Foods
• Braswell Foods
• Butterfields Candy Company
• Carolina Innovative Food Ingredients
• The Cheesecake Factory Bakery
• Crumps’ Naturals
• George’s BBQ Sauce
• Nutkao
• Poppies International
• SinnovaTek

Advanced Manufacturing

As the advanced manufacturing industry continues to grow with the progression of technology, Nash County continues to be a prime location for this innovative field. Our location allows for ease of transportation to receive materials and ship products. Nash Community College offers the Advanced Manufacturing Institute (AMI), ensuring a talented workforce to fill positions in this field.

• Cummins
• Draka
• Eaton Corporation
• Honeywell
• LS Tractor
• Pfizer

Distribution & Logistics

Centrally located between New York and Florida along the Interstate 95 corridor, Nash County is a prime location in eastern North Carolina for distribution. Several large corporations within the distribution and logistics industry have planted roots in Nash County and benefit from our outstanding transportation assets.

• Crown LSP Group
• Frozen Food Express
• McLane Carolina