Hawaii is hoping to stimulate its construction industry, and the current idea is to streamline the construction approval process in order to get more projects underway, reports The Associated Press.
Hawaii looks to streamline construction approval process
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Despite droughts and flooding throughout the year, Louisiana farmers weathered the storm and delivered the most productive agricultural year since 2007, according to a report from the LSU AgCenter.
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Farmers in Indiana are expected to pull in record revenue this year, but that doesn't necessarily mean record profits, reports the Indianapolis Star.
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Construction on Bronx clinic delayed due to lack of government funds
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IronPlanet on Mar 30, 2012 8:22:00 AM
Students in New York are fighting to get funds for a new health clinic that will be built on the Adlai E. Stevenson Educational Campus in the Bronx, after the state Department of Education did not provide funds to match a grant.
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U.S. farmers are preparing to plant the largest amount of corn in 75 years, according to a Department of Agriculture (USDA) report released Friday.
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Community sponsored agriculture (CSA) originally began as a way for farmers to connect with people in their local area. However, as the idea has become more popular, the definition has begun to change and evolve, reports NPR.
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North Carolina strawberries expected to arrive early
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IronPlanet on Mar 29, 2012 9:41:00 AM
Those in the North Carolina area may be able to go strawberry picking early this year, as the state's North Carolina Strawberry Association has announced that the fruits will ripen ahead of schedule.
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Major Ford factory employing subcontractors around Kansas City
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IronPlanet on Mar 29, 2012 9:40:00 AM
Ford is constructing a major upgrade to its factory in Claycomo, Mo., and subcontractors in the area are reaping the benefits, reports The Kansas City Star.
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As a result of the economic downturn, the construction industry took a hit across the country. Fortunately, things are beginning to turn around in major cities, with more projects available for contractors and construction jobs slowly on the rise.
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While the tornadoes that swept across the Midwest last year were devastating for many Americans, there was a silver lining in the clouds - an uptick for local construction companies.
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When it comes to digital devices, the construction industry usually isn't the first that comes to mind in terms of cutting-edge technology. However, The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports that many construction companies have adopted the use of the Apple iPad in order to make things just a bit easier.
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It's been a very mild winter in many parts of the country, causing many plants to bloom early. Unfortunately, this can be disastrous for farmers in some areas, as the cold weather has not yet left.
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The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has announced that construction is set to begin on a new floating bridge that will be connected to Route 520, according to Komo News.
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U.S. farmers are gearing up for one of the biggest crop plantings in history, but recent news has soured the highly optimistic views they had back in December, according to a new survey.
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Discovery's "Machines of Glory" to highlight construction equipment
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IronPlanet on Mar 26, 2012 8:09:00 AM
The Discovery Channel has become known for a range of shows that shine a spotlight on jobs that people may not know much about, such as The Deadliest Catch or World's Toughest Trucker. Their latest series, Machines of Glory, hopes to do the same for the construction industry.
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Though construction jobs are hard to come by in many parts of the country, some cities are doing better than others. The San Francisco Chronicle reports a major apartment boom in the city is right around the corner, with thousands of projects in the approval stages.
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Iowa approves road construction projects to start ahead of schedule
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IronPlanet on Mar 23, 2012 9:40:00 AM
The warmer weather this winter has been beneficial for many construction companies, which have been able to get a head start on spring projects. The Iowa Department of Transportation recently approved a bevy of road projects to begin ahead of schedule, according to KCCI.
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Last year's drought worst ever for Texans; outlook better for 2012
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IronPlanet on Mar 23, 2012 9:37:00 AM
Texan farmers suffered through a drought of record proportions last year, and the recent estimates place the total crop and livestock loss at roughly $7.2 billion in revenue, according to the Texas AgriLife Extension Service.
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The term "start-up," typically brings to mind small computer and software development companies or other businesses based in traditional office space. However, The Wall Street Journal reports that the fastest-growing new companies are not in the tech industry, but construction.
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IronPlanet Reports Record 2011 Sales - Annual Gross Merchandise Volume Tops $568 Million
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Jim Taylor on Mar 22, 2012 2:52:37 AM
PLEASANTON, Calif. (March 22, 2012) — IronPlanet® (www.ironplanet.com), a leading online marketplace for used heavy equipment, announced record annual sales in 2011, with gross merchandise volume (GMV) exceeding $568 million, an increase of 15 percent over 2010.
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York Bridge Concepts has announced the completion of a 520-foot Timber Bridge on Bald Head Island in North Carolina. Efforts to build the bridge began in 2005, but due to an extensive permitting process, permission to build was not granted until 2008, followed by the sharp economic downturn. Construction finally began in December of 2011 and was completed in early March 2012.
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High prices for crops and overall good yields are leading to a boom time for the agricultural industry, and farmers are reaping the benefits, reports The Kansas City Star.
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Last year's drought has caused a record amount of damage in Texas, resulting in record crop insurance payments and overall losses for the farmers affected by the dry spell.
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The extremely mild weather this winter is having an effect on many outdoor industries, and farmers in regions that didn't have an especially cold winter are growing concerned about early blooms.
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The Jena Band of Choctaw Indians has been lobbying state officials to build a casino in central Louisiana for more than a decade, and the group was recently approved to go ahead with construction on the new gaming facility.
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University of Illinois plans two major construction projects
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IronPlanet on Mar 14, 2012 8:13:00 AM
The University of Illinois is considering two new construction projects that could be good news for contractors within the state, reports The News-Gazette.
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Big strawberry crop means low prices for Florida farmers
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IronPlanet on Mar 12, 2012 8:06:00 AM
A bigger-than-expected strawberry crop this year is cutting into farmers' profits, reports The Associated Press.
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California plans to spend more than $600 million on new prison construction to help with overcrowding across the state, according to The Los Angeles Times.
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Many consumers might assume that when gas prices rise, the primary impact is on their travel costs. However, the price of gas can affect all aspects of the economy, with construction being an industry that feels the effects on a variety of levels. From running equipment to transporting the items to different sites, has prices seriously influence the cost of construction.
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Casino Arizona has announced that it will be building a new bingo hall at its casino, with construction expected to be completed by October.
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Today marks National Agriculture Day, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture is celebrating by holding a number of events in Washington, D.C. that seek to raise awareness of how important farmers are to this country.
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Although not nearly as common as some other crops in the country, growing hops can be a profitable business for some farms, especially with the rise of so many craft breweries in the United States. The country's appreciation for a well-crafted beer will likely never wane, and those who have begun hop farming are reaping the benefits, reports NewsWorks.
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New $35 million science complex coming to Wilkes University
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IronPlanet on Mar 2, 2012 2:47:00 AM
Wilkes University in Pennsylvania has started construction on a $35 million science complex that the school says marks a pivotal point in the school's history.
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Major New Orleans construction projects may compete for contractors
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IronPlanet on Mar 2, 2012 2:46:00 AM
Occasionally, major projects that require multiple contractors can actually begin to compete against one each other, as it's highly desirable for a project to go to a construction company owner who knows how to keep costs down.
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The state of Pennsylvania has declared March 4-10 to be "Agriculture Week" throughout the state, as officials look to recognize the hard work that goes into growing the nation's food supply.
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Budget shortfall causes county to slash construction projects
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IronPlanet on Mar 1, 2012 1:08:00 AM
Atlanta's DeKalb County is facing a major problem as the school board has found a $41 million budget shortfall in the sales tax-funded construction account. Superintendent Cheryl Atkinson is now considering cutting 35 different building projects to make up the deficit, reports The Atlanta Journal Constitution.
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Construction spending in January unexpectedly fell by 0.1 percent, as commercial building projects fell sharply throughout the month. This is the first time spending has dropped in six months, reports The Associated Press.
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IronPlanet reports record proceeds from their first ever Orlando auction with GMV over $50 million
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Jim Taylor on Mar 1, 2012 12:45:00 AM
IronPlanet®, a leading online marketplace for used heavy equipment, sold more than $50 million of gross merchandise volume (GMV) during its first onsite and online auction February 21–24. The four-day sale is IronPlanet’s largest auction in company history. (photos from the event)
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