The Most Integrated Ag Value Chain in the U.S.

From feedstock to finished product, inputs to innovation, the AgWorks Corridor delivers the scale, supply chain and infrastructure to accelerate growth.

Who We Are

The AgWorks Corridor spans the greater Lincoln-Omaha region, encompassing 11 counties across Nebraska and Iowa, anchored by the region’s two primary centers. Surrounded by one of the most productive agricultural regions in the world, Lincoln and Omaha serve as hubs for processing, agricultural inputs, equipment manufacturing, and innovation - positioning the region as a leader in value-added agriculture across the Midwest.

This joint initiative, led by Lincoln Partnership for Economic Development and Select Greater Omaha, aligns regional strengths to advance shared priorities and opportunities across the corridor. Grounded by unmatched feedstock, leading research institutions, a strong business ecosystem, and a skilled workforce, the AgWorks Corridor supports companies from start-up stage through full-scale commercialization.

The AgWorks Advantage

From raw materials to global distribution, inputs to innovation, the AgWorks Corridor delivers a fully integrated environment built for scale, speed and long-term growth.

Supply Chain Advantage

As a national leader in livestock and crop production, Nebraska provides the feedstocks and raw materials that power food production, biofuels, and advanced manufacturing. Combined with a regional supply chain ecosystem where 40% of industry purchases are satisfied locally, companies gain access to a more connected, resilient, and scalable operating environment.

Research & Innovation

Universities, community colleges, and industry-aligned programs deliver a consistent pipeline of innovation, development, talent, and research.

Business Ecosystem

More than 700+ companies employing 37,000+ workers across the agricultural value chain create a dense, specialized business ecosystem that is 66% more concentrated than the national average—driving collaboration, accelerating growth, and strengthening long-term competitiveness.

Infrastructure & Utilities Advantage

Central U.S. location, multimodal connectivity, 100% public power in Nebraska and a competitive electric utility in Iowa, and abundant water provide the speed, reliability, and capability companies need to scale.

Workforce Strength

Agriculture drives 1 in 4 jobs across the region, creating a deep and experienced workforce supported by a network of more than 50,000 workers across the broader AgWorks ecosystem. This workforce depth gives companies access to specialized talent across the full agricultural value chain while supporting long-term growth and expansion.

AgWorks Industries

Animal Health

Animal Health is the corridor’s fastest-growing sector, driven by rising global demand for veterinary pharmaceuticals, nutrition, and diagnostics. The region combines proximity to large-scale livestock production with a strong biomedical research base, creating a highly technical workforce and ecosystem.
Ag-Tech

Ag-Tech is rapidly advancing in the corridor, integrating software, sensors, automation, and data into production agriculture. The region’s workforce blends traditional ag expertise with growing technology capabilities, supporting innovation across modern farming systems.
Industrial Bio

The region is a hub for bio-processing and chemical manufacturing, supported by access to feedstocks, logistics, and research activity. Anchored by companies like Cargill and Monolith, it offers a rare combination of inputs, talent, and innovation driving the bioeconomy forward.
Agricultural Equipment

Agricultural equipment manufacturing spans from precision components to advanced integrated systems. A skilled workforce and established supply chains support OEMs and suppliers, with companies like Valmont and CLAAS leading production and distribution.
Food Processing

Food processing anchors the corridor, converting agricultural output into products for national and global markets. The region’s experienced workforce enables faster ramp-up and efficient operations for new and expanding facilities.

“As a global company, the options for locating our animal health biologics headquarters were virtually limitless. After senior leadership visited Nebraska and saw firsthand the local academic institutes and industry resources available for collaboration, the associated talent at hand for recruitment, the proximity to our regulatory agencies and the ability to stretch our investment dollar further, the decision to plant our business here became quite simple.”