Garbage and insects were also noted on the floors.
But the U.S. Department of Agriculture reportedly failed to institute strict health measures despite the findings.
Roughly 400 workers will be impacted by the Virginia plant closing, according to theNew York Times.
Boar’s Head meats are displayed at a Safeway store on July 31, 2024 in San Rafael, California.© Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images
Boars Head is reportedly providing severance packages and relocation to employees but details about those plans havent been released.
There are also Boars Head plants in Arkansas, Indiana, Michigan, and New York.
It pains us to impact the livelihoods of hundreds of hard-working employees.
But, under these circumstances, we feel that a plant closure is the most prudent course.
We will work to assist each of our employees in the transition process.
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