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Smithfield Foods, the US pork and packaged meats giant, will close its dry sausage facility in Springfield, Massachusetts, in August 2026

Campbell’s will close its Hyannis plant in April 2026, moving Cape Cod and Kettle chip production to more efficient facilities.

French dairy giant Lactalis will close its South Brisbane milk plant in July 2026, shifting production to fewer modern sites as it reshapes its Australian network.

US-based vertical farming company AeroFarms has revealed it will be ceasing operations and closing its site in Virginia, resulting in a termination of the company’s 173-strong workforce.

Feldmuehle, a German producer of paper for various packaging applications including food and beverages, has announced it is ceasing operations.

Kroger has announced it will pay $350 million to Ocado Group following the closure of three automated warehouses that were part of their partnership.

Tyson Foods has announced significant changes to its beef production network aimed at optimising operations and ensuring sustainable growth.

This decision is part of a broader plan that includes an investment of over €170 million by 2030 to adapt to market dynamics and address rising production costs.

Morinaga Milk has announced that it will suspend production at its plant in Akita, Japan, in March 2026 as part of a restructuring initiative.