In Florida, you’ll find the specialized, trained talent you need to achieve agtech success. In fact, Florida’s technology industry added more than 18,000 jobs in 2018, ranking it second in the nation for tech job growth.

From oranges to sugarcane and tomatoes, the Sunshine State is a leading producer for a variety of products – just another example of how Florida is supporting the agriculture industry and agribusiness companies.

Adding more than 3,100 tech startups and new tech business formations in 2017, Florida ranks top in the nation for innovation, creating the right agtech ecosystem to help fuel your company’s future growth.

Florida’s $100 billion annual agricultural industry has helped spur new advancements in agtech and agriscience, ensuring even the most specialized companies have support. In fact, Florida is No. 2 in the nation for the largest number of aquaculture establishments, harvesting agricultural products such as fish, fruits, and vegetables from oceans, fields, greenhouses, and combined operations.

Agricultural businesses depend on a consistent source of water to grow their crops every year. Ranked No. 5 in the U.S. for average rainfall and home to a vast network of aquifers, Florida can help your agtech or agribusiness company thrive by ensuring reliable access to high quality water for your irrigation, crop and livestock needs.