b'major economic drivers in the region include semiconductor and other computer product manufacturing, food product manufacturing, administrative and business support services, and construction. The largest industries by employment are food and drinking establishments, administrative and business support services, and healthcare.17 Furthermore, the four primary trends expected to shape Boises foreseeable future are 1) more outside investment, 2) more industrial construction, 3) evolving oce spaces, and 4) more places to stay.19 J.R. Simplot Company: The J.R. Simplot Companys mission is to help feed the worlds population. The company is one of the largest privately held food and agribusiness companies in the nation and has signicantly impacted the region and beneted the economy. The Companys vertical integrationseed production, farming, fertilizer manufacturing, frozen-food processing, and food brands and distributionhas cultivated a diverse array of abilities and resources. They are also leaders in agribusiness research with technology improvements that are revolutionizing plant research and food production. They recently constructed a large new global headquarter building in downtown Boise.3 Micron Technology, Inc.: Micron Technology of Boise is a world leader in innovative computer memory solutions and storage that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence. With more than 40 years of technology leadership and 40,000 patents, Micron delivers the worlds broadest portfolio of technologies at the core of todays most signicant disruptive breakthroughs such as articial intelligence, Internet of Things, and autonomous vehicles. They continue to be one of the largest private employers in the region and their business travelers and ex-patriots signicantly impact the entire community from retail to air service.3 Kount: Kount, based in Boise, delivers best-in-class digital fraud prevention solutions which are used by 6,500 brands globally, helping clients reach their digital innovation goals. Kounts patented technology combines device ngerprinting, supervised and unsupervised machine learning, a robust policy and rules engine, self-service analytics, and a web-based case-management and investigation system. Kounts solutions stop fraud and increase revenue for digital businesses, acquiring banks, and payment service providers.3South Central IdahoStrengths Challenges Visionary GoalsTransportation Access to Talent EntrepreneurialismNatural Resources Rural Resources EducationWorkforce Training Building Inventory Small-Scale Food ProductionThe major industries in south central Idaho comprises agriculture and agri-business and food processing. Manufacturing is also strong, with major sectors being plastics, metal, and corrugated boxes. Tourism is another strong sector thanks to Sun Valley in Blaine County, which is considered the nations rst destination ski resort. The regional population grew 10 percent from 2008 to 2018, reported by the US Census at 199,069. The largest county is Twin Falls, a metropolitan statistical area that includes both Twin Falls and Jerome counties. Twin Falls County grew 14.6 percent from 2008 to 2018its population is 86,081 comprising 43 percent of the regions population.17Southern Idaho Economic Development attracts business and talent to the region highlighting the areas business-friendly policies along with its recreational amenities. Its eight counties are known for collaboration in regional goals. Glanbia Nutritionals: Glanbia is a science-led, global nutrition group dedicated to delivering better quality ingredients to many of the worlds greatest brands. Glanbia partners with companies to improve the functionality and quality of their products, and to help them develop the innovations they need to keep 42 I D A H O I N F R A S T R U C T U R E G U I D E B O O K'