FoxFarm Soil and Fertilizer Company establishing Anderson County manufacturing facility

$6.9 million investment expected to result in 27 new jobs

ANDERSON COUNTY, SC – A family business that specializes in the manufacturing of garden products, premium potting soils and both natural and organic dry and liquid fertilizers is establishing operations in Anderson County. FoxFarm Soil and Fertilizer Company is investing $6.9 million to locate in Pendleton S.C., creating an expected 27 new jobs.

Founded in 1985 and headquartered in Samoa, Calif., FoxFarm is a nationally-recognized company dedicated to both the production of high-quality gardening products and protection of the environment. Available for purchase in local retail establishments in every state, including 14 locations in South Carolina.

Located at, 1001 Lebanon Road in Pendleton, S.C., the establishment of FoxFarm’s Anderson County operations will include the construction of a 60,000 square-foot facility to house the company’s manufacturing and packaging operations. After several years, FoxFarm anticipates further expansion to its Anderson County operations.

In an effort to strengthen community relationships, FoxFarm is reaching out to local colleges and universities to offer industry-related internship programs to viable candidates. Currency can take on many forms and FoxFarm will participate in specialized education for the community. Furthermore, FoxFarm pledges to actively participate in local shelter and food programs by providing supply for the local food banks and outreach programs through the company’s trail gardens, while promoting healthy living through naturally grown products.

“FoxFarm is very appreciative for the reception and true southern hospitality that has been shown to us by South Carolina and Anderson County. As we continue to grow, it is our desire to have a positive impact to local businesses in our community. This is a long term relationship, and South Carolina will be another home for our company. FoxFarm takes pride in its ability to provide excellence throughout our products, our staff and our neighborhood. Let us work together and make Anderson County and Pendleton, South Carolina proud,” said FoxFarm Soil and Fertilizer Company President and CEO William Winer.

Hiring for the new positions is expected to take place in January 2015. Those interested in joining the FoxFarm team may visit the company’s online career page to apply. For more information on FoxFarm Soil and Fertilizer Company, visit www.foxfarmfertilizer.com.

“We are happy to welcome the FoxFarm Soil and fertilizer family to Pendleton. FoxFarm’s commitment to quality as well as their dedication to stewardship meshes perfectly with Anderson County’s agricultural heritage as well as Clemson University’s legacy as South Carolina’s largest land grant institution. Attracting successful agriculture industries such as FoxFarm Soil and Fertilizer Company, ensures that we preserve our rich past while building a bright and sustainable future for our children and grandchildren,”  said Anderson County Councilman Tom Allen, District 4.

FIVE FAST FACTS

• FoxFarm Soil and Fertilizer Company is establishing a manufacturing facility in Anderson County.
• $6.9 million investment creating at least 27 new jobs.
• The 60,000-square-foot facility is anticipated to open in late fall of 2015.
• FoxFarm Soil’s Anderson County facility will be located at 1001 Lebanon Road Pendleton, SC 29621
• Those interested in joining the FoxFarm team may visit the company’s online career page to apply.

About FoxFarm Soil and Fertilizer Company
FoxFarm Soil & Fertilizer Company® is passionate about producing the finest Hand Crafted Natural and Organic soil mixes, fertilizers, and Micro-Brewed liquid plant foods. Using FoxFarm is a conscious choice to improve the environmental health of the garden, without chemicals and animal waste. It’s good for the soil, your family and for the generations to come. As a nationally recognized family-owned company, FoxFarm takes great pride in the reputation it has built over the last 30 years for uncompromising quality and supreme customer service. For more information on FoxFarm Soil and Fertilizer Company, visit www.foxfarmfertilizer.com to learn more.

About S.C. Department of Commerce
As South Carolina’s leading economic development agency, the Department of Commerce works to recruit new businesses and help existing business grow. Commerce has recruited world-class companies to South Carolina such as Boeing, Bridgeston, Continental, Monster.com, ZF Group, BMW and Google Inc. and also supports small and existing business, rural development initiatives and community development. Commerce partners with the S.C Technical College System via readySC to support workforce training and recruiting, and with the S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce, which provides worker training and employment opportunities within the state. South Carolina ranked first in the nation for attracting jobs through foreign investment, according to IBM-Plant Locatioin International reports in both 2012 and 2013. The state won the Gold Shovel Award and the Project of Year Award from Area Development magazine in 2012. For more information, visit www.SCcommerce.com.

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