Orangeburg County lands a ‘sweet’ economic development deal
(Source: S.C. Commerce) S.C. Commerce announces Ferrara Candy Company to establish its first South Carolina operation in Orangeburg County.
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) — The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) announced Wednesday Ferrara Candy Company (Ferrara) plans to invest $675 million to establish its first South Carolina operation in Orangeburg County, creating 1,000 manufacturing and corporate jobs over the next 10 years.
According to S.C. Commerce, the company, a leading global manufacturer of sugar confections such as NERDS®, SweetTARTS® and Jelly Belly®, will construct a manufacturing facility at Highway 21 and Rowesville Road in Orangeburg. Production is expected to start in early 2029.
“We are excited to welcome Ferrara Candy Company to the Palmetto State.” This milestone investment in Orangeburg County, as well as the addition of 1,000 new quality jobs in South Carolina, is set to transform the community, strengthen the workforce and fuel economic prosperity for generations to come,” said Secretary of Commerce Harry Lightsey.
