Cargill is permanently closing its ground beef processing facility in Milwaukee's Menomonee Valley. The plant is set to stop production around April 17, 2026, with a full closure expected by May 31, 2026, resulting in the layoff of 221 employees.
Key details regarding the closure include:
- Reason: The closure is part of a company effort to align its portfolio with current business needs.
- Impact: 221 employees will be affected, with opportunities to apply for positions at other company locations.
- Context: This follows a history of Cargill reducing its footprint in Wisconsin, including a 2014 closure of another Menomonee Valley facility.
The company indicated it would provide support to employees during this transition.
