Layoffs at West Liberty Foods tied to reduced production

Fifty-four overhead positions were laid off in Illinois, Iowa and Utah.

November 22, 2023

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Due to persistent issues brought on by Covid-19, Iowa-based protein processor, West Liberty Foods, has announced layoffs of 54 overhead positions, according to the Quad-City Times.

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