Covid cases at US meat plants almost triple previous estimates – report
The House Select Subcommittee revealed “at least” 59,000 staff were infected in the initial 12 months of the virus.
How is Covid-19 affecting food industry?
J.M. Smucker heeds Biden directive with vaccination requirement
The manufacturer says its US salaried workers need to be vaccinated by 15 December.
US to require larger firms to mandate Covid-19 vaccines, negative tests
Biden: “What more is there to wait for? What more do you need to see? We’ve made vaccinations free, safe and convenient.”
Danone ‘to cut fewer jobs than planned’
In November, the French dairy and baby-food maker announced plans to axe up to 2,000 posts. A report puts the new figure at still more than 1,000.
No jab, no job? Food groups broach sore subject of vaccine mandates
A clutch of food companies has publicly announced vaccine mandates for workers. The issue is likely to prove controversial but it’s one companies are chewing over.
Tyson Foods agrees deal with union on vaccine policy
Tyson Foods, the US food group, has struck a deal with union officials over the company’s plans to require its domestic workers are vaccinated. In August, Tyson announced a vaccine…
Kraft Heinz lays down vaccine mandate
Kraft Heinz’s US office-based staff will have to be fully vaccinated before they return to the office in January, unless they have medical or religious exemptions. The Heinz ketchup owner…
Tyson offers prizes to vaccinated chicken factory workers
US meat giant Tyson Foods is offering vaccinated staff working in its domestic chicken factories the chance to win cash prizes. Earlier this month, Tyson set out a policy for…
UK grocers, logistics firms ramp-up government pressure over HGV driver shortage
Organisations representing the UK’s retail and transport industries are calling on the Government to allow temporary work visas for EU lorry drivers to alleviate a shortage impacting food supplies. In…
Tyson Foods orders US staff to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19
Tyson Foods has said its US workforce must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 by the start of November. Staff based at office locations will have to have had the jabs…
Princes still feeling Covid impact in Mauritius
Princes, the UK-based canned-foods business, continues to have its production in Mauritius affected by staff testing positive for Covid-19. Last month, the company, part of Japanese conglomerate Mitsubishi, halted operations…
