Following a program of consolidation to improve earnings, Tyson Foods will close the Emporia, KS plant, displacing 800 workers. This action follows the closure of six chicken plants and an Iowa pork plant.
The Emporia plant produces seasoned, marinated meats and ground beef and is anticipated that production in Emporia will be transferred to the Holcombe KS plant.
Tyson will close two plants acquired in 2017 from Original Philly Holdings located in north Philadelphia. The plants that employ in the region of 250 workers produce sandwiches and appetizers under the Original Philly Cheesesteak brand.
The latest announcements follow closure of six chicken complexes over 12 months in a program of rationalization and consolidation to reduce operating costs.