Overview
- UFCW Local 7 says roughly 3,800 employees voted 99% in favor of walking out over alleged unfair labor practices.
- Union leaders cite pay that lags inflation and charges for replacement protective gear as key grievances.
- JBS disputes the claims, says it bargained for eight months, and defends a “strong, fair” offer consistent with a 2025 national deal.
- The company halted cattle slaughter in Greeley on Monday, with feeders reporting cancellations for the entire week and some loads rerouted to Cactus, Texas.
- The potential slowdown comes as U.S. beef prices set records with cattle supplies at a 75-year low, raising the risk of further pressure on consumers.