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Conagra Brands has announced plans to expand its manufacturing facility in Fayetteville, Arkansas, through a multi-year investment of approximately $220 million.

The project is expected to create more than 100 new jobs over the next five years and increase chicken production capacity at the site.

The Fayetteville facility currently produces ready-to-eat meals for several Conagra brands, including Hungry-Man, Banquet, Healthy Choice, Gardein and Evol. The site produces around 15 million cases of product each year.

Craig Weiss, senior vice president of supply chain at Conagra Brands, said: "This significant investment in our Fayetteville facility will allow us to continue to grow our leading frozen foods business. Conagra is committed to investing in innovation across the company, including our supply chain. We are also pleased to continue growing in Fayetteville, where Conagra has a long history."

Construction is scheduled to begin later this year.