FocusMaine results report shows growth in targeted industries, even through pandemic

Despite the pandemic, three Maine industries are poised for continued growth and job creation, according to a report released this week by FocusMaine.

FocusMaine is a private sector-led initiative that partners with other Maine organizations to spur business growth.

The report looks back on three years of efforts to grow the agriculture and food production, aquaculture, and life sciences industries. The three industries are well-positioned to tap global trends and grow quality jobs, according to FocusMaine. Read more

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