Posted 3/12/2024, 7:28:00 PM
Tyson Foods to Close Iowa Pork Plant, Affecting Over 1,200 Jobs in Largest Employer in Perry
- Tyson Foods announced it will close its Perry, Iowa pork plant, affecting over 1,200 jobs
- The plant is the largest employer in the area and its closure will be a major blow
- This closure is part of Tyson's efforts to optimize efficiency and asset utilization
- Tyson has closed or plans to close other facilities across multiple states and protein segments
- Despite improvements in its pork business recently, Tyson still expects close to breakeven income for the segment in 2024
