Patten Seed Company Relocates to Right to Work South Carolina

Patten Seed Company has plans to relocate headquarters soon to Right to Work Charleston, South Carolina. In order to do this, the company is investing $2.2 million toward the project. And, they also plan to create 40 new jobs for the area. Not only will they be creating new opportunities for job seekers, but they will be giving their employees freedom to choose whether or not to join a union. So this is exciting news!

From Area Development Magazine:

“Charleston County is central to our current footprint throughout the southeastern United States. As we continue to grow, it was important to centralize the senior management team and take advantage of a more robust hiring market and Charleston County fits that need well. Vibrant companies need vibrant cities.†[…]

“It’s great when an agribusiness such as Patten Seed Company decides to plant more roots in South Carolina. We welcome Patten Seed Company to Charleston County’s vibrant business environment and look forward to the company’s success.†[…]

“Patten Seed Company’s new headquarters operation is a fantastic addition to South Carolina’s thriving agribusiness community. With its rich history and regional reach, Patten Seed Company will contribute jobs, support existing farmers and strengthen our economy.â€

AREA DEVELOPMENT MAGAZINE

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