Cargill to Permanently Close Milwaukee Ground Beef Plant, Cutting 221 Jobs

Cargill has announced the permanent closure of its ground beef production plant in Milwaukee, leading to the loss of 221 jobs. Bloomberg posted on X that the decision was confirmed through a notice issued by the company. The closure is part of Cargill's ongoing efforts to optimize its operations and adapt to changing market conditions. The company has not disclosed further details about the reasons behind the closure or any plans for the affected employees. This development marks a significant change in Cargill's operations in the region.