Fort Jackson, located in Columbia, is surrounded by a region with a thriving agricultural sector. South Carolina boasts 22,600 farms covering 4.6 million acres, producing $4.4 billion in agricultural products annually as of 2022. Key commodities include soybeans and corn. The state is also a leader in poultry production, which accounts for $2.5 billion in annual sales and represents 56.6% of the state’s agricultural output. Specialty crops such as watermelons and berries further highlight the area’s agricultural diversity. Fort Jackson’s proximity to Columbia also provides access to major markets and infrastructure, making the region ideal for agribusiness ventures that can leverage local resources and growing consumer demand.