BALTIMORE, MD - Taylor Farms continues to make moves in growth and expansion, both in products and in geography.
The company has announced plans to further its reach in the state of Maryland, expanding its manufacturing operations and adding upwards of 150 jobs to its Howard County location.
“Taylor Farms Maryland’s mission is to be America’s favorite maker of salads and fresh foods. We strive to be a leader in innovation, service, quality, and food safety,” commented Mike George, General Manager of Taylor Farms, according to Maryland’s Department of Commerce. “We are excited about our current growth and look forward to continuing our future opportunities for growth in the mid-Atlantic and northeast U.S.”
The operations currently employ about 500 people, and the expansion is a welcome addition to that number, according to Governor Larry Hogan.
“Creating jobs and opportunities for our citizens by working with companies like Taylor Farms to help them expand will always be one of our top priorities,” the Governor commented, adding that the company is joining a series of operations growing their presence in the area and showing the the administration's efforts to strengthen the economy.
Part of those efforts include a number of state and local tax credits, which Taylor Farms will be eligible for as a result of this expansion project.
Allan H. Kittleman, a Howard County Executive, commented that it is gratifying to see Taylor Farms’ owners continue to grow the food distribution industry in the area, while Maryland Commerce Secretary Mike Gill said that the administration is proud Taylor Farms sees the benefits of doing business and growing in Maryland.
“With access to one-third of the U.S. population within an overnight drive, Maryland provides a competitive advantage for a fresh-foods business like Taylor Farms to reach a significant customer base,” Gill said.
Over the last year, Taylor Farms contributed $4.9 million to community organizations and philanthropies, according to the report, and has been on a tract for growth in recent weeks with the launch of both its new Chef Crafted Salad Line and its new Organic Chopped Salad Kits.
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