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Springdale is one of the best places in the country to live . With a thriving economy , affordable homes , excellent schools , exciting attractions and natural beauty , Springdale is making it happen .
Springdale and Northwest Arkansas have experienced tremendous growth in recent years , thanks to a healthy economy . The city is home to a mix of agricultural , manufacturing , retail , health care and other businesses . Personal finance site WalletHub recently ranked Springdale as the eighth fastest-growing small city in the country . With Springdale ’ s low unemployment rate and strong economy , career opportunities are plentiful for those who are willing to work and develop the skills needed to be successful . aeronautic components . You will learn more about each company ’ s unique products and career opportunities as you explore this magazine .
In addition to manufacturing and transportation , Springdale and Northwest Arkansas are also home to a thriving business sector , thanks in large part the presence of 1,450 local Walmart suppliers . Walmart and its suppliers have created enormous opportunities for people interested in sales , administrative , financial services , management and other business-related careers .
The cornerstone of Springdale ’ s economy is poultry farming and processing , thanks in large part to Springdale-based Tyson Foods . John Tyson started his business by using an old truck to haul chickens to market . The company has now expanded to one of the largest meat and poultry production companies in the world . George ’ s , Inc . and Cargill also play a large role in the city ’ s economy with feed mills , hatcheries , and processing plants .
The booming poultry industry gave rise to another major part of our local economy — the trucking industry . Many of the nation ’ s largest truck fleets , including those of Tyson Foods and Walmart , are based in Northwest Arkansas . The area is also home to major trucking companies J . B . Hunt Transport Services and PAM Transportation .
Those truck lines haul products made by the many manufacturers located in Springdale . Those companies make an incredible range of products ,
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