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Tyson Foods, Inc.

TSNConsumer Staples· Springdale, AR, United States
LAYOFFS TRACKED
27
LAST EVENT
Oct 12, 2026
MARKET CAP
$20.67B
as of Oct 22, 2026
EMPLOYEES
138,000

Tyson Foods, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as a food company worldwide. It operates through four segments: Beef, Pork, Chicken, and Prepared Foods. The company processes live fed cattle and hogs; fabricates dressed beef and pork carcasses into primal and sub-primal meat cuts, as well as case ready beef and pork, and fully cooked meats; raises and processes chickens into fresh, frozen, and value-added chicken products, including breaded chicken strips, nuggets, patties, and other ready-to-fix or fully cooked chicken parts; and supplies poultry breeding stock. It also manufactures and markets frozen and refrigerated food products, including ready-to-eat sandwiches, flame-grilled hamburgers, Philly steaks, pepperoni, bacon, breakfast sausage, turkey, lunchmeat, hot dogs, flour and corn tortilla products, appetizers, snacks, prepared meals, ethnic foods, side dishes, meat dishes, breadsticks, and processed meats under the Tyson, Jimmy Dean, Hillshire Farm, Ball Park, Wright, Aidells, Gallo Salame, ibp, and State Fair brands. The company sells its products through its sales staff to grocery retailers, grocery wholesalers, meat distributors, warehouse club stores, military commissaries, industrial food processing companies, chain restaurants or their distributors, live markets, international export companies, and domestic distributors who serve restaurants and food service operations, such as plant and school cafeterias, convenience stores, hospitals, and other vendors, as well as through independent brokers and trading companies. The company was founded in 1935 and is headquartered in Springdale, Arkansas.

Layoff history

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Layoff timeline

27 EVENTS
Dec 31, 2026Upcoming · EstimatedNews
Amarillo, Texas

Tyson Foods, Inc. has announced plans to close its Hillshire Brands factory in Amarillo, Texas, by the end of 2026. This decision is part of a broader restructuring strategy aimed at optimizing operations and reducing costs. While specific employee counts affected by this closure have not been disclosed, the move raises concerns about potential job losses in the local community. The company has not provided details on whether layoffs will occur in phases or if there will be any support for affected workers. This closure reflects ongoing challenges within the food processing industry as companies adapt to changing market conditions.

Oct 12, 2026WARN notice
Hillsdale, IL
Aug 14, 2026News
Joslin, Illinois, United States

Tyson Foods closed its beef processing plant in Joslin, Illinois, on August 14, 2026, abruptly laying off approximately 2,500 primarily immigrant meatpacking workers with little or no advance notice. The company cited a historic 75-year low in the U.S. cattle herd as a primary reason for the closure, while workers and advocates point to drought, rising input costs and industry consolidation as contributing factors. The United Food and Commercial Workers union represents more than 2,000 of the affected workers; Tyson said it will continue severance pay until October and a plant-closure agreement provides an additional one to four weeks of severance depending on tenure. Laid-off workers have been protesting and demanding improved severance, and some called on Illinois officials to intervene or reopen the plant under state ownership.

Apr 24, 2026News
Amarillo, Texas

Tyson Foods, Inc. at its Amarillo B-Shift Operations has notified employees of mass layoffs affecting approximately 300 workers. The layoffs are set to take effect on October 1, 2023. This decision comes amid ongoing challenges in the meat processing industry, which have prompted the company to restructure its operations. Affected employees have been informed through official notices, and the company is working to assist them during this transition. The layoffs reflect Tyson's efforts to adapt to market conditions and optimize its workforce.

Apr 1, 2026News
Rome, Georgia, USA

Tyson Foods, Inc. has announced the closure of its facility in Rome, Georgia, resulting in the layoff of 168 workers. This decision reflects ongoing adjustments within the company as it navigates market challenges. The layoffs are part of a broader strategy to streamline operations and improve efficiency. The closure of the Rome facility is effective immediately, impacting the local workforce significantly. Tyson Foods continues to evaluate its operations in response to changing market conditions.

Mar 14, 2026News
Nebraska, USA

Tyson Foods, Inc. has laid off workers at its Nebraska plant, prompting a $1.67 million grant aimed at assisting those affected. The grant will provide support to help these workers transition to new employment opportunities. While the exact number of employees laid off has not been specified, the initiative reflects the company's impact on the local workforce. The funding is intended to help mitigate the economic effects of the layoffs on the community.

Mar 12, 2026News
Kansas, USA

Tyson Foods, Inc. has laid off approximately 500 employees at its beef processing plant in Kansas. The layoffs were part of a broader restructuring effort within the company, which has faced challenges in the market. In response to the layoffs, the Department of Labor awarded $1.6 million in assistance to support the affected workers. This financial aid aims to help those who lost their jobs transition to new employment opportunities. The layoffs highlight the ongoing difficulties in the meat processing industry, exacerbated by fluctuating demand and operational challenges.

Feb 24, 2026WARN notice
Amarillo, Texas

Tyson Foods said it will close two beef facilities and seek a buyer for a third while keeping its Amarillo beef plant central to U.S. operations amid a severe cattle shortage. The company previously laid off 1,761 Amarillo employees in January when it reduced the plant to a single shift; Tyson now plans to restore a second shift as cattle become available. Tyson cited historically low cattle supplies and large losses in its beef business as the reason for earlier cuts and the network consolidation, and said it will shift capacity from closing plants to more strategically located facilities. The company also said it will help workers affected by the changes apply for openings at other facilities.

Jan 22, 2026News
Nebraska, USA

Tyson Foods, Inc. announced it will close two facilities and cut 3,200 jobs as part of a workforce reduction. The action affects 3,200 employees company-wide tied to the two facility closures; the article cites the total number of job cuts but does not specify exact locations, departments, or implementation dates. Tyson framed the move as part of operational adjustments (details on reasons and timeline were provided in the article). The announcement is presented as an actual layoff event rather than a future plan or background context.

Jan 20, 2026WARN notice
Amarillo, TX · 2 locations
Jan 20, 2026News

The article discusses the layoffs at Tyson Foods, Inc (Amarillo B-Shift Operations) and the potential ripple effects in the community. However, it does not specify the exact number of employees affected by these layoffs.

Jan 20, 2026News
Nebraska, Texas, USA

Tyson Foods, Inc. has initiated layoffs affecting approximately 700 employees at its beef processing plants in Nebraska and Texas. The decision comes as part of the company's efforts to streamline operations amid challenging market conditions. The layoffs are part of a broader strategy to enhance efficiency and reduce costs in response to fluctuating demand for beef products. Tyson's management has indicated that these workforce reductions are necessary to maintain competitiveness in the industry. The affected employees were notified of their termination on October 1, 2023.

Nov 21, 2025News
Amarillo, Texas

Tyson Foods, Inc. has announced mass layoffs at its Amarillo location, affecting approximately 300 employees. The layoffs are part of a restructuring effort aimed at improving operational efficiency amid challenging market conditions. The company has faced increased costs and reduced demand, prompting this difficult decision. Employees were notified of the layoffs, which are set to take effect immediately. Tyson Foods continues to navigate a competitive landscape as it seeks to stabilize its operations and maintain profitability.

Nov 21, 2025News
Illinois, USA

Tyson Foods, Inc. is currently under investigation regarding potential violations of the WARN Act in Illinois, which may involve the layoff of approximately 300 employees. The investigation raises concerns about the company's compliance with regulations requiring advance notice of mass layoffs. This situation highlights ongoing challenges within the company as it navigates workforce adjustments amidst changing market conditions. The exact reasons for the layoffs have not been detailed, but the investigation suggests significant operational changes may be underway. Stakeholders are closely monitoring the developments as the company addresses these legal and operational issues.

Aug 15, 2025WARN notice
Fort Worth, Texas

Tyson Foods is laying off 275 workers at its Fort Worth Distribution Center as the company's warehouse operations transition to Lineage Logistics. This shift is part of a broader strategy to streamline operations and improve efficiency. The layoffs are effective immediately, impacting employees who have been part of the distribution team. Tyson Foods has not specified if further layoffs are anticipated as part of this transition. The decision reflects ongoing changes in the logistics sector, where companies are increasingly outsourcing warehousing functions. This move is expected to enhance operational capabilities while reducing costs.

Jan 31, 2025WARN notice
Philadelphia, PA

Tyson Foods announced it will close two North Philadelphia plants — the Original Philly Raw plant on E. Hunting Park Avenue and the Original Philly Cooked plant at 4001 N. American St. — resulting in layoffs affecting more than 200 employees. The company posted a notice with closure dates of Dec. 13 for the Raw plant and Jan. 31 for the Cooked plant, explaining the move as part of a business strategy to operate more efficiently. Tyson acquired the two plants in 2017 from Original Philly Holdings, which employed more than 250 people at the time of acquisition. The closures will shutter facilities that produce meats for cheesesteaks and are part of operational changes cited by company leadership.

Oct 15, 2023News
Amarillo, Texas

Tyson Foods, Inc. has notified workers at its Amarillo B-Shift Operations of mass layoffs affecting approximately 300 employees. The layoffs are set to take effect on October 15, 2023, as part of the company's restructuring efforts. This decision comes amid ongoing challenges in the meat processing industry, which have prompted Tyson to reevaluate its workforce and operational strategies. The company has not specified the exact reasons for the layoffs but indicated that they are part of a broader effort to streamline operations and improve efficiency.

Reported Sep 1, 2026Date not disclosedNews
Joslin, Illinois

Illinois lawmakers and community leaders were blindsided by Tyson Foods' announcement that the company will close its Joslin, Illinois, plant, a move that will put thousands of workers out of jobs. The closure has prompted town-hall meetings and local efforts to assist affected employees, though the article does not specify an exact date for the shutdown. Local elected officials described shock and are coordinating regional responses to help workers find new employment. The report frames the impact as substantial—'thousands' of workers—but provides no precise employee-count or timeline in the accessible excerpt.

Reported Aug 18, 2026Date not disclosedNews
Joslin, Illinois; Eagle Mountain, Utah

Tyson Foods, Inc. announced it will end operations at two plants — a beef facility in Joslin, Illinois, and a case-ready facility in Eagle Mountain, Utah — and is pursuing the sale of a Pasco, Washington beef plant. According to Illinois and Utah WARN notices, 2,598 workers at the Joslin facility and 723 at the Eagle Mountain facility are expected to be laid off, for a total of 3,321 employees impacted. The company said capacity from those plants will be shifted to facilities in Dakota City, Nebraska; Holcomb, Kansas; and Amarillo, Texas, and cited a historic cattle shortage as context for the changes. Tyson indicated affected Joslin employees were informed the layoffs took effect the day of the announcement and would be compensated through Oct. 12, while employees at Eagle Mountain were told they would be out of a job by Oct. 12; the company said it will support team members seeking other roles.

Reported Aug 15, 2026Date not disclosedNews
Eagle Mountain, Utah, USA

Tyson Foods announced it will close its Eagle Mountain case-ready beef and pork facility, affecting employees at the Tyson Fresh Meats plant in Eagle Mountain, Utah. A filing with the Utah Department of Workforce Services lists 723 workers who will be impacted by the closure as part of a broader restructuring of Tyson's beef business amid a historic cattle shortage. Tyson also plans to end operations at its Joslin, Illinois facility and pursue the sale of its Pasco, Washington plant while centering beef operations in Dakota City, Nebraska, Holcomb, Kansas and Amarillo, Texas, including ramping up a second shift in Amarillo. The company said it will support affected employees by helping them apply for open positions at other facilities and acknowledged the closures' community impacts.

Reported Aug 16, 2026Date not disclosedNews
Eagle Mountain, Utah

Tyson Foods closed its beef facility in Eagle Mountain, Utah, resulting in layoffs that affected 723 workers, according to the Utah Department of Workforce Services. The closure is part of strategic changes the company is making amid a historic cattle shortage. Tyson Foods issued a news release acknowledging the impact on team members and said it will help affected employees apply for open positions at other facilities. Local workforce services are offering unemployment and assistance resources to displaced workers, and a regional job fair is scheduled soon.

Reported Jan 20, 2026Date not disclosedNews

Tyson Foods is expected to lay off nearly 5,000 employees across two of its plants on Tuesday. This significant workforce reduction reflects ongoing challenges within the company, although specific reasons for the layoffs were not detailed in the article. The layoffs are part of a broader trend affecting the company as it adjusts its operations. The planned date for these layoffs is set for October 3, 2023, indicating an immediate impact on the workforce. This decision underscores the company's efforts to streamline its operations amid changing market conditions.

Reported Jan 20, 2026Date not disclosedNews
Amarillo, Texas

Tyson Foods, Inc. is set to lay off approximately 1,000 employees at its Amarillo B-Shift Operations, with the layoffs effective on October 3, 2023. This decision comes as part of the company's restructuring efforts aimed at improving operational efficiency. The layoffs are part of a broader strategy to streamline operations amidst changing market conditions. Tyson has indicated that these cuts are necessary to align with current business needs and ensure the long-term viability of the company. The affected employees have been notified, and the company is providing support during this transition.

Reported Jun 23, 2025Date not disclosedNews
Fort Worth, Texas

Tyson Foods is facing challenges with its layoff plan at the Fort Worth Distribution Center due to federal legal issues. While specific numbers of employees affected have not been disclosed, the company has indicated intentions to reduce its workforce. The situation is complicated by ongoing legal scrutiny, which may impact the timeline and execution of these layoffs. Tyson's management is navigating these hurdles as they prepare for potential workforce adjustments in the near future.

Reported Dec 26, 2025Date not disclosedNews
Amarillo, Texas

Tyson Foods, Inc. is set to reduce operations at its beef facility in Amarillo, Texas, impacting approximately 1,700 employees. This decision comes as part of a broader trend of job cuts in the industry, with the company also shutting down a beef processing plant in Lexington, Nebraska, which will result in around 3,200 job losses. The layoffs are part of Tyson's ongoing adjustments to its operations amid a challenging labor market. Specific dates for the layoffs have not been disclosed, but they are expected to occur in the near future.

Reported Jun 18, 2025Date not disclosedNews
Fort Worth, Texas

Tyson Foods, Inc. has announced upcoming layoffs at two of its facilities, indicating significant employment shifts on the horizon. While specific numbers of affected employees and locations have not been disclosed, the company is preparing for workforce adjustments. This decision reflects ongoing challenges within the industry and the company's strategic response to current market conditions. Further details regarding the timing and scale of the layoffs are expected to be released in the near future.

Reported Nov 21, 2025Date not disclosedNews
Texas, USA

Tyson Foods, Inc. has announced plans to lay off nearly 2,000 workers in Texas due to a significant cattle shortage impacting its operations. The layoffs are a direct response to the challenges faced in sourcing cattle, which has affected the company's ability to maintain its workforce levels. This decision highlights the ongoing struggles within the meat processing industry, particularly as supply chain issues continue to affect production. The exact timing of the layoffs has not been specified, but the company is preparing for these cuts as it navigates the current market conditions.

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