180,000
Cattle Population In Phelps County
USDA Ag Census
Holdrege, Nebraska and Phelps County serve as a regional employment center attracting commuters, consumers and service seekers from an eight-county region.
Enjoying a rich natural resource base, including North America’s largest underground aquifer, Phelps County is the heart of the nation’s breadbasket leading in the production of corn, soybeans and cattle.
A workforce that consistently earns high marks for productivity helps make Holdrege and Phelps County attractive choices for companies seeking cost-effective options to re-shore their operations.
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180,000
Cattle Population In Phelps County
USDA Ag Census
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