Thousands strike at JBS facility in Colorado, raising questions about cattle prices and market volatility

More than 3,800 employees at the JBS meat processing plant in Greeley, Colorado have walked out following months of failed contract negotiations. Ag economist Josh Maples with Mississippi State University Extension says it’s uncertain how the strike will impact cattle markets. “This is a duration matters type event,” he says. “If we see some kind of bigger disruptions […]

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