Governor Susana Martinez announced that Valley Cold Storage & Transportation will expand operations and create up to 10 new jobs in three years, bringing their total headcount in Doña Ana County to 24. The company also plans to invest more than $16.5 million in expanding their Santa Teresa Industrial Park facility. This expansion is being supported by New Mexico’s closing fund, LEDA.
“Valley Cold Storage is a homegrown success story and an industry leader and I’m thrilled to see their continued growth and success,” said Economic Development Secretary Matt Geisel. “By expanding their Santa Teresa facility and creating more quality jobs, Valley Cold Storage is expanding their impact on the local economy and helping New Mexicans find good jobs.”
“We are excited for the continued the opportunity serve the growing needs of the Southern New Mexico, West Texas, and Northern Mexico regions. We would not be where we are today without the support from our local community,” said Clay Bush, President and CEO of Valley Cold Storage.
Valley Cold Storage and Transportation provides state-of-the-art refrigeration and transportation services to the retail, food service, food distribution, and agriculture industries of Southern New Mexico, Northern Mexico and West Texas. The company has a current headcount of 15 employees with an average wage of $31,000.
“We are excited to see another expansion by Valley Cold Storage in Doña Ana County continuing to add to our thriving value added agricultural base,” said MVEDA President & CEO Davin Lopez. “This is a testament to the fact that our economic development tools, such as LEDA & JTIP, not only help with business attractions, but also support the growth of existing New Mexico companies.”
About Valley Cold Storage & Transportation
Valley Cold Storage & Transportation provides state-of-the-art refrigeration and transportation services to the retail, food service, food distribution, and agriculture industries of Southern New Mexico, Northern Mexico and West Texas. The company was established in 2008. Learn more here www.valleycoldstore.com.
Release courtesy of the New Mexico Economic Development Department, December 28, 2018.
