Report: Florida manufacturing is booming, rivals tourism

Florida ranks 10th in the U.S. for manufacturing employment, and the industry is poised for growth, according to the 2023 Florida Manufacturing report.

PGT Innovations, which was recently acquired, is one of the largest manufacturers in the Sarasota-Bradenton region.
PGT Innovations, which was recently acquired, is one of the largest manufacturers in the Sarasota-Bradenton region.
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Manufacturing is booming in Florida and rivals tourism and agriculture in the contributions it makes to the Sunshine State’s economy. 

 

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