JBS agrees on increased payment, PPE for employees 04.20.2020 By Ryan McCarthy The company will put this in place from April 20 to May 30. Read More
Homeland Security, USDA to ease some H2A requirements 04.16.2020 By Erica Shaffer Workers who qualify can stay beyond the three-year maximum period.Read More
Tyson confirms deaths of two employees from Iowa plant 04.16.2020 By Joel Crews Processing at the facility has been closed since April 6.Read More
CBA: Food line workers need better PPE guidance 04.16.2020 By Sam Danley Manufacturers face uneven access to safety gear.Read More
Smithfield to provide $100 million ‘Responsibility Bonus’ to affected workers 04.15.2020 By Kimberlie Clyma The bonus will be provided to employees who miss work due to COVID exposure or diagnosis.Read More
NCC: Poultry industry puts worker safety first during pandemic 04.10.2020 By Ryan McCarthy The association is also asking for more support from the government to protect the food supply chain.Read More
Tyson plant suspends operation after dozens of workers test positive 04.06.2020 By Joel Crews Infrared temperature scanners, social distancing part of Tyson’s precautionary measures.Read More
Food processing plants continue to address coronavirus concerns 04.06.2020 By Sam Danley Operational adjustments reduce risk of outbreak.Read More
Online food shopping quadruples in March 03.27.2020 By Sam Danley Coronavirus-induced lockdowns see more consumers filling virtual shopping carts.Read More
BLS: Meat industry worker injuries declined again in 2018 11.13.2019 By Ryan McCarthy NAMI declared worker safety a non-competitive issue in the early 1990s.Read More
