As part of Cargill’s ongoing investment strategy at its Fort Morgan, Colo., beef processing facility, they are undertaking a major project focused on maintaining the mechanical integrity of the refrigeration system.
This work will result in planned downtime for approximately 10 days starting Friday, October 3.
“We are working with local producers and will shift production to other beef facilities within our broad supply chain footprint to minimize any disruptions,” says Jarrod Gillig, senior vice president of Cargill’s North American beef business.
Cargill plans to continue to operate all of its beef processing facilities business as usual. And announced there will be pay continuation for facility employees.
In June, Cargill announced plans to invest nearly $90 million in automation and technology at its Fort Morgan beef plant over the next several years as part of its broader Factory of the Future initiative aimed at improving operational efficiency, yield and worker safety.
“The current market conditions remain challenging due to the cattle cycle and ongoing pressure on cattle numbers,” Gillig says. “However, we view this period as a pivotal opportunity to invest in our facilities for the future. Our planned downtime in Fort Morgan is a strategic part of our continued investment across our beef operations.”
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