DevelopmentThe Peach County Chamber of Commerce places a great deal of emphasis on economic development to ensure that our area will continue to diversify and prosper in the future. Continued success in attracting new businesses and industries supports the expansion of existing businesses and enhances the lives of the county's residents.We work with development organizations in Fort Valley and Byron to recruit new manufacturing, distribution, assembly and related industrial facilities to Peach County. We also strive to attract national and regional corporate headquarters, customer service centers, retail investments and hospitality ventures. While recruitment of new industry is a significant function, aiding in existing industry expansion and retention is just as significant. About 80 percent of new jobs come as a result of existing industry expansion. Thanks to our status as the Peach Capitol of Georgia, and our thriving pecan industry, agribusiness remains strong here and our goal is to help recruit allied industries to manufacture and distribute related products throughout Georgia, the nation and across the world. Peach County has established itself as an industry-friendly community with its successful agricultural, manufacturing, service and distribution businesses. New employers can easily gain access to Peach County's low cost, reliable utilities, existing transportation, well-educated and skilled labor force, comprehensive job training and its prime location near the geographical center of the state. Peach County is an ideal place for business. Peach County's diverse population includes well-educated individuals who are ready to contribute to the development and success of the area's business and industrial enterprises. In conjunction with Middle Georgia Technical College, Peach County offers a Quick Start training which trains employees to be more productive, saving time and expense. Available Sites and Buildings The South Peach County Industrial Park in Fort Valley, offers all infrastructure, including water, gas, electricity, high speed internet, rail access and is about 10 minutes from Interstate 75. The park offers more than 200 acres with lots ranging from two acres to 100 acres. In addition to private sites, Byron offers more than 600 acres of prime industrial property in its new North Peach Industrial Park. This area is served with a solid infrastructure foundation. Water, sewer, and natural gas are all available. All properties are located next to I-75, and are specifically designed to accommodate light manufacturing and distribution facilities. Transportation Utilities Industrial and economic development is conducted by several other organizations in the county.
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