# Florida's Manufacturing: Bridging Labor Gap with Apprenticeships

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Podcast: [Tampa News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/tampa-bay-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7562045)
Published: 2026-05-14T03:36:05+00:00
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## Resource

Floridas manufacturing sector, valued at $86.6 billion annually, faces a looming labor crisis as over half its workforce is aged 45 or older. Tampas EMI Industries, a key player, is grappling with the consequences of lost shop class opportunities in high schools. The Bay Area Manufacturers Association is stepping up with apprenticeships and early trade programs to attract young talent and maintain the industrys growth. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/85ec2356a0021782

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