JBS USA and Sister Company Plumrose USA have donated $600,000 to the YMCA in Ottumwa, IA. to expand childcare facilities. This city will be among five possible locations for a proposed Plumrose charcuterie plant. The donation could be construed as a down payment for anticipated civic acceptance and approval.
It is noted that the need for childcare for plant workers has increased as a result of the COVID outbreak. It is possible that to retain employees and generate loyalty in the future, packers and processors will have to consider providing childcare onsite as is common in the EU.