DENVER (AP) — Thousands of striking workers at one of the nation’s largest meatpacking plants will extend their walkout to a third week as they push for higher wages and better health care.
Industry experts said it’s too early to know if the strike that began March 16 at the Swift Beef Co. plant in Greeley, Colorado, will impact beef prices for shoppers.
Owner JBS USA said Friday that it’s operating the plant at limited capacity and has shifted beef production elsewhere to meet its customers needs…