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Past Silos and Smokestacks: Transforming the Rural Economy in the Midwest
via Rural economic development resources via the Rural Assistance Center on 3/22/10

Regionalism isn't just a buzzword for economic development. It is a sound strategy for counties ready to compete. Mark Drabenstott highlights successful regional efforts and explains how to get past "smokestacks and silos". As he explains, "competing in the 21st century using 20th century strategies won't work."

Discusses a development strategy that includes regional cooperation, innovation, and a leveraging of all strengths for the rural Midwest to transform its economy. -- Chicago Council on Global Affairs.

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