Markets and Transportation

Introduction

The key transportation systems of Georgia allow for the growth of jobs for Georgians. Georgia has two deep water ports, Brunswick and Savannah, and two inland barge terminals, Bainbridge and Columbus. These waterways provide Georgia with 1.8 billion in annual income and over 81,000 jobs. The interstate highway system connects our nation and our markets. It takes two shipping days for our truckers to reach 79% of all markets in the United States. Hartsfield Jackson International Airport provides a plethora of employment opportunities ranging from pilots, clerks, and aircraft mechanics. The US Department of Commerce believes 16,000 jobs are created from every $1 billion of goods exported. With the success of our transportation industry Georgia has a successful future.

Goods and Services in Georgia

Throughout the state’s history, the economy of Georgia has done well mainly due to its climate and location. While the land has remained the same, the goods and services produced in Georgia have changed throughout different historical time periods.

Goods And Services of Georgia overtime.
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Trade in Georgia

Trade in Georgia has changed throughout history. Trade can be defined as exchanging one good for another or exchanging goods for money. Georgia has an enormous role in world trade. Georgia products are in huge demand around the world.

International Trade items

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Review

Test Yourself Icon Review what you've learned by completing the activity below.

You've learned about lots of items Georgia has produced over the years. What are 5 items Georgia is known for? They can be current or older items the state has produced.

Think About This

As we wrap up the module on Geography of Georgia, you can now see we went beyond “where is Georgia located”? Georgia’s distinct regions and climate play a large role in the development of our economic systems. The agriculture products, manufacturing, and shipping all show the success of Georgia’s economic past and the continuous prosperity into the future.

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