Resources

Labor ForceAuto worker welding a vehicle

The labor force of the SWARIA area is more than 28,000 workers. Twenty-three percent of these workers are employed in the manufacturing industry. Additionally, we are home to two universities and three two-year institutions that feature programs related to a variety of trades.

Forest of pine treesLand & Natural Resources

Arkansas is known as “The Natural State” for a reason – and our part of the state has plenty to offer. We are one of the most timber rich areas of the state, with each of our counties offering 300,000-400,000 of forestland.

Site AvailabilityFreight loading facility

Our region already has several facilities that are available and ready for use. SWARIA keeps updated files of these sites and is happy to speak with you concerning these opportunities.