U.S. Slaughterhouse Strike Begins

JBS Beef Plant strike in Greeley, Colorado, extends to third week.
99% of 3,800 workers support strike demanding higher wages and health care.
JBS USA operates at limited capacity, shifting production elsewhere.
First U.S. slaughterhouse strike since 1985 Hormel walkout in Minnesota.
Jennifer Martin notes reduced capacity may boost profits for larger competitors.
Kim Cordova says union is ready to meet but workers will continue protests.

Labor | Industry | Strike

Minnesota | Colorado | Greeley

Jennifer Martin | Kim Cordova

2 weeks ago