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
After governor urges 'more decisive action is needed,' Smithfield closes SD plant indefinitely 04.13.2020 By Ryan McCarthy The company hopes to resume operations after further direction from the government.Read More
Smithfield to close South Dakota plant for three days 04.09.2020 By Monica Watrous Dozens of workers have tested positive for COVID-19 at the facility.Read More
More than 80 employees test positive for COVID-19 who work at Smithfield South Dakota plant 04.09.2020 By Ryan McCarthy The facility had its first coronavirus case on March 26.Read More
Smithfield employee tests positive for coronavirus in South Dakota 03.27.2020 By Ryan McCarthy The company said it is taking precautions recommended by the CDC. Read More
Smithfield Foods CEO reassures on availability, safety of products 03.23.2020 By Erica Shaffer Ken Sullivan delivered a message to consumers with details of steps the company is taking to ensure the safety of workers and pork products.Read More
Smithfield expands skilled trade program in Nebraska 03.18.2020 By Ryan McCarthy Metropolitan Community College in Omaha will be the second location for this initiative.Read More
Smithfield, Roeslein Alternative Energy continue projects in Missouri 03.05.2020 By Bob Sims The two companies announced an additional $45 million investment in Monarch BioenergyRead More
Smithfield Foods plans plant closure in Bay Area 02.11.2020 By Ryan McCarthy Reports say 139 workers will be laid off or relocated.Read More
JBS partners with WH Group for massive meat deal 01.28.2020 By Ryan McCarthy The two companies agreed on $717 million per year of products being shipped to China.Read More