Industries
Industries Built for Performance at Scale
Yuba County supports industries that require space, infrastructure, and operational certainty. With coordinated County support and room to grow, businesses can build, operate, and expand with confidence.
Structured for Real Operations
Yuba County is not focused on trends. It’s built to support industries that require land, infrastructure, workforce access, and a predictable development process. From production and processing to advanced manufacturing and defense-related operations, this is an environment designed for long-term performance.
Manufacturing
Yuba County supports advanced and specialty manufacturing operations that require scalable sites, reliable infrastructure, and predictable permitting.
- Industrial zoning aligned with production uses
- Large-format sites available
- Regional transportation access
Agriculture & Food Processing
A full agricultural value chain—from production to processing, cold storage, and distribution—supported by reliable water and proximity to major markets.
- Strong regional supply chain
- Abundant water resources
- Access to export corridors
Aerospace & Defense
Anchored by Beale Air Force Base, Yuba County supports defense-related operations, advanced materials, and applied research in a secure and strategically located environment.
- Proximity to Beale AFB
- Skilled workforce and veterans
- Emerging research capacity
Construction Materials
Yuba County supports advanced and light manufacturing operations that require scalable sites, predictable permitting, and reliable infrastructure.
- Rail-served and industrial sites
- Skilled trades workforce
- Access to regional markets
Emerging Industries
In addition to established sectors, Yuba County is positioned to support emerging industries that align with regional assets, innovation, and long-term growth.
- Clean energy & biomass: Leveraging forest resources and regional initiatives to support renewable energy and biomass utilization.
- Ag-tech & food innovation: Opportunities to integrate technology, research, and value-added production within the agricultural economy.
- Applied research & testing: Growing capacity for research partnerships and testing environments, supported by proximity to Beale Air Force Base and regional institutions.
Why Locate in Yuba County
Yuba County offers a development environment that reduces constraints, shortens timelines, and supports long-term operational success.
Large, developable sites combined with a coordinated County process allow projects to move forward more efficiently than in more constrained markets.
Central Northern California access to I-5, I-80, and rail connectivity positioning businesses close to major markets and export corridors.
Reliable water resources and long-term planning support agricultural, industrial, and processing operations.
A 1.4x talent surplus, plus over 7,200 skilled industrial workers within a 30-minute commute — backed by proximity to community colleges, the CSU system, and UC Davis.
A single point of contact and aligned departments provide consistent communication, clear expectations, and a more predictable development process.
Industrial and agricultural land priced well below coastal markets, with lower overall operating costs.
Site Selection Support
Our team works directly with businesses, developers, and site selectors to support site evaluation and project planning.
- Customized site searches based on project criteria
- Workforce and training connections
- Incentive coordination and resource alignment
- Confidential project handling
Find the Right Site for Your Operation
If your operation requires space, infrastructure, and a predictable development pathway, our team can help identify sites that align with your goals.
Ready to move your project forward?
Talk with our team to evaluate sites, industry fit, and next steps—so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.