Tulare County Economic Development

05/04/2026

Big things are happening in Tulare County. Today, the City of Tulare welcomed Tulare County’s first Chic-Fil-A to 2977 Market Drive off of Cartmill and State Route 99.

What this means for our community is yet another fresh dining experience, and 140 new jobs to go along with all the foodie memories that will be created right here at home. The launch of Chic-Fil-A in our region will include a second location set to begin construction in Visalia soon.

The establishment is family-owned by the McKinnon family, who are now proud Tulare residents. The doors open to the public on May 7. Read more: https://thesungazette.com/article/news/2026/05/01/chick-fil-a-ready-to-moove-in-to-tulare/

04/14/2026

Tulare County’s second Costco is coming to North Visalia. Our region continues growing, with space for more homes and more business development.

04/01/2026

We thank the Office of Congressman Jim Costa for highlighting our very own Economic Development Manager, Alida Verduzco Silva. We take this opportunity to celebrate the women within our County of Tulare team and the women everywhere doing their part to help GROW Tulare County. Our team is focused on improved quality of life in California’s Central Valley, with an eye on business support and attraction, tourism, and all things related to a strengthened economy, and support from community partners like Congressman Costa is valued and essential to moving our region forward, as well as the support of our Board of Supervisors. 🙌

As we wrap up , I am honored to spotlight Alida Verduzco-Silva, Economic Development Manager for the Tulare County Economic Development Office.

In her role, Alida leads county initiatives to attract new businesses, strengthen local industries, and drive economic development across Tulare County. Her work helps create opportunities for growth, supporting local communities and ensuring a stronger future for the region.

We are grateful for her leadership and commitment to the Valley.

03/21/2026

It was an honor to celebrate the expansion of Stafford's Chocolates into the The City of Exeter today! In the County of Tulare, there is space to grow even as many of our communities, such as Exeter, maintain - charming small-town feel. Congrats to the Stafford’s team!

03/12/2026

Join us Friday, March 20, 2026, at 10 a.m. for the ribbon cutting celebrating the Grand Opening of Stafford's Chocolates in Downtown Exeter.

📍 123 N. E St., Suite #101, Exeter, CA

Raffles and giveaways begin at 9 a.m., with complimentary coffee and chocolate samples served, and will take place on Friday, March 20, and Saturday, March 21. Now that's a sweet treat!

02/12/2026

The GROW Tulare County team was busy holding business meetings and welcoming prospective businesses to the County of Tulare at Day Two of the World Ag Expo. We look forward to closing the event out tomorrow, February 12. If you are in the area, stop by the International Business Center (Hilvers Building) to say hello.

02/11/2026

Our GROW Tulare County team was presenting full force at the 2026 World Ag Expo. Stop by the International Business Center to discuss business opportunities right here in the County of Tulare. Learn more by visiting www.growtularecounty.com.

01/14/2026

Congratulations to Stafford's Chocolates as they welcome chocolate and coffee lovers into their new Exeter location! Stop by for a cuppa and some treats to go along!

01/14/2026

🎉 🌟 We’re Celebrating Local Women in Agriculture! 🌟 🎉

We’re proud to see Tulare County farming talent highlighted on the global stage! As part of the United Nations' International Year of the Woman Farmer, two Central Valley businesses are being recognized by the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) for their leadership and impact in agriculture, including one right here in our community.

🍊 Tulare County’s The Sisters Market, located in The City of Exeter and run by local women who grew up on a fourth-generation family citrus farm, is featured for bringing fresh, curated citrus and produce boxes from our region to customers across the country. A nearby Fresno County business, Balakian Farms, was also featured.
These stories highlight heritage, innovation, and the powerful role women play in feeding the world.

Congratulations on the feature, The Sisters Market! 🙌

Read more about this recognition: https://thebusinessjournal.com/two-central-valley-businesses-highlighted-as-un-celebrates-women-farmers/?mc_cid=361dbee6ec&mc_eid=80eab27752

Hear The Sisters Market team speak about their farming experiences: https://youtu.be/ly6_pmo1ig8?si=A3_zmZ_h9aL3jfgU

The Sisters Market is making citrus chic, offering curated gift boxes featuring produce from their family farm paired with other locally grown and produced d...

12/11/2025

The community of Three Rivers now has a pharmacy again! Main Fork Pharmacy held their grand opening today, December 11, and they are welcoming new patients to fill their prescriptions close to home or as they visit the County of Tulare’s majestic Sequoias region. Only minutes from the Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, the Main Fork Pharmacy team is here to help.

Special thanks to Supervisor Eddie Valero, District 4 Supervisor, and Kyle Savage, Field Representative for Senator Shannon Grove, for helping us celebrate this Central California healthcare accomplishment.

📸 More pictures to come!