Tyson is closing more beef plants as cattle shortage continues to impact supply

The planned shutdown of Tyson’s Joslin, Illinois, facility is expected to result in roughly 2,500 union job cuts

Farmers have warned of a 'completely brutal' harvest this year

This week, Tyson Foods announced that it is restructuring its beef business, closing or selling three of its facilities as it deals with “one of the most historic cattle shortages the country has ever experienced.” U.S. cattle herd levels are among the lowest seen in 75 years, a shortage that has been exacerbated by a

The meatpacker will shut its Joslin, Illinois, and Eagle Mountain, Utah, facilities and pursue the sale of its Pasco, Washington, plant

Tyson Foods says it will close beef plants amid cattle shortage  USA Today

Tyson Foods to Exit More Beef Plants, With Cattle in Short Supply  WSJ