Buckskin Stud Colt

In the twentieth century until the late 1990s, Lexington's economy was mainly based on textile and furniture manufacturing. Since then, most local manufacturers have moved their production facilities to Asia and Mexico as a way to reduce costs and remain competitive in a global market. This caused the closure of most textile and furniture factories and contributed to economic difficulties for a community that was heavily dependent on these two industries for employment. The Lexington industrial portfolio has since diversified. Other large employers include: Diebold Halyard Health Jeld-Wen Lolly Wolly Doodle PPG Industries Vitacost Lexington calls itself the "Barbecue Capital of the World".