JBS USA has recently announced the closure of two facilities located in Pennsylvania and Tennessee.
According to the JBS website, “The closures include: Beef production facility in Souderton, Pennsylvania (a suburb of Philadelphia) and Value-added facility in Memphis, Tennessee”
Wesley Batista Filho, CEO of JBS USA said, “These decisions are never easy because they directly affect our team members and the communities where we operate, We are deeply grateful to the team members at these facilities for their efforts and contributions over many years. Our focus right now is on supporting them with transparency, respect, and access to new opportunities wherever possible.”
The JBS website mentioned efforts in other areas of the US saying, “JBS USA has made significant investments in new facilities and improvements across the United States, including major expansions in Texas, Georgia, and Iowa. These projects are focused on growing our prepared foods and value-added capabilities, modernizing operations, and enhancing the company’s ability to serve customers in the years ahead.
Batista Filho also said, “JBS USA is investing heavily in the United States and in the future of food production. At the same time, we must ensure our operations are efficient, modern, and positioned to compete. By investing where we are growing and making difficult adjustments where needed, we are building a stronger and more resilient company.”
Audio Reporting by Elizabeth Sanders for Southeast AgNet.