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The Van Andel Research Institute (above) is part of a West Michigan life sciences industry that also includes over $1 billion in recent investments, and one of the nation’s largest biopharmaceutical clusters.

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Food Processing
One of the most productive agribusiness sectors in the U.S., West Michigan’s unique soil, climate, weather and abundance of fresh water make it an ideal location for a full spectrum of food processors, their partners and suppliers.  With a longstanding expertise in ag-related R&D, technology-based manufacturing, and life science research, the region is also attracting new investments in plant-based pharmaceuticals, biochemical compounds, and biotechnologies.

-Read an overview of recent agribusiness developments
-Learn more about our Agribusiness industry cluster and assistance services
-Learn more about our programs designed to strengthen West Michigan food processors

West Michigan ranked among top 20 metros in national study
In its December Metro Monitor report, The Brookings Institution ranked greater Grand Rapids among the top 20 strongest metropolitan areas for overall economic health. Other rankings, based on data from the start of the recession to 3rd quarter 2011, include:

• 2nd behind New Orleans in employment growth
• 27th for percent change in real GMP
• 37th for unemployment rate. (Sept. 2011)

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The Right Place, Inc. a non-profit economic development organization, promotes the economic growth of Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan.