Grape, wine industry generated millions to state's economy
Grape, wine industry generated millions to state's economy
May 28, 2010 6
The Ohio wine and grape industry recently released its 2008 Economic Impact report, which found that Ohio's grape and wine industry had generated more than $580 million to the state's economy."We're adding a second building to increase production and keep up with demand," said Cheryl Barker, who operates the winery with her husband, Mike.Mike Barker left his corporate job to devote his time to the winery, which is in its third year.
"It's something we've been working toward for quite some time, and it's finally coming to fruition," Mike Barker said.
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