We partner with local leaders, businesses, and organizations for economic growth and development.
AppleAtcha Orchards plans to invest nearly $100 million in Appalachia to create a 1,000-acre apple orchard in Martin and Johnson County located in Eastern Kentucky. The orchard will cater to the Appalachian region, and AppleAtcha will oversee operations including a packhouse, controlled atmosphere cold storage, and wholesaling its apple products.
AppleAtcha Orchards plans to invest nearly $100 million in Appalachia to create a 1,000-acre apple orchard in Martin and Johnson County located in Eastern Kentucky. The orchard will cater to the Appalachian region, and AppleAtcha will oversee operations including a packhouse, controlled atmosphere cold storage, and wholesaling its apple products.
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Investment
We invest internally as well as attract external investments such as from private entities and governments.
Industry
We identify strategic industries, invest, and support local businesses for economic development.
Job Creation
We encourage job growth, create opportunities, and support workforce development for local residents.
Deep roots make great fruits
Nowadays a lack of opportunity in our region has pulled communities apart. But Appalachia, with its ideal apple-growing conditions, remains a region abundant with hardworking and resilient people ready for a fruitful future.
