Harvey County Economic Development

Growth is a team sport.

Today we joined our regional economic development partners at the Wind Surge game to exchange ideas, discuss emerging opportunities, and collaborate on the issues impacting communities across south-central Kansas.

We're fortunate to be part of a region that believes we're stronger when we work together. And we got to root for the home team while we were at it.

One of America's largest honey companies is growing right here in Harvey County.

The Newton City Commission approved a three-year tiered grant this week to support Barkman Honey expansion in Newton, at 1700 SE 9th. The project will enhance the company’s processing, light manufacturing, small-batch assembly, and research and development capabilities.

Headquartered in Hillsboro with facilities nationwide, Barkman Honey's continued investment in Newton and Harvey County demonstrates the value they see in growing where strong partnerships, a skilled workforce and future opportunities exist.

Barkman is the largest honey packer in the United States, packing nearly 100 million pounds of honey annually from facilities across the United States.

We were excited to help Barkman Honey invest, innovate and grow in Harvey County. After all, the sweetest growth is the kind that stays right here at home. And that’s definitely something worth buzzing about.