Oasthouse Ventures Ltd Brings New Opportunities to Right to Work Virginia
Oasthouse Ventures Ltd is investing $104.8 million in order to establish operations in Right to Work Carroll County, Virginia. As a result, the low-carbon greenhouse company will also create 118 new jobs!
From Area Development Magazine:
“Our Carroll County facility represents a major step toward building a network of large-scale, sustainable indoor farming operations that will supply American-grown fresh produce across the eastern United States. […] Our first greenhouse spanning 65 acres – nearly seven times the footprint of Lane Stadium – is only the beginning of our ambition to reshore fresh produce production closer to the end consumer, whilst creating jobs and prosperity for the region. Our vision is for the very best produce to be grown in the United States using the latest technology.” […]
“Indoor farming is responsibly changing the way that we make local, sustainable produce for our communities. […] Not only will Oasthouse Ventures create more than 100 jobs for Virginians, but it will also use local hardwood residuals as a heating source for its greenhouses. We are proud to welcome Oasthouse Ventures to the Commonwealth and thank them for their efforts in advancing the controlled environment agriculture industry in Virginia.” […]
“This project rewards years of regional cooperation, bringing more than 100 jobs to the area and improving the quality of life for residents of the region. […] Mount Rogers Regional Partnership, the regional economic development organization, has worked closely with Blue Ridge Crossroads Economic Development Authority, the regional industrial authority representing Carroll County, Grayson County, and the City of Galax, in bringing Oasthouse Ventures to its new home as the first tenant of Wildwood Commerce Park. We are thrilled to see these joint efforts come to fruition for the enrichment of the community and we are excited for the positive ripple effect this project will have on the local economy.”
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