Port Strike Possible
A possible strike at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach could disrupt U.S. beef and pork exports. About 250 port security workers are threatening to walk off the job if a new contract is not reached. U.S. Meat…
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An Impact on Agriculture
This strike impacts ports on the East Coast and the Gulf Coast. The labor dispute impacts imports of everything from fertilizer to ingredients used in animal health products. The American Feed Industry Association said a prolonged strike could result in…
Port Strike is Imminent
The East Coast and Gulf port strike is expected to begin tomorrow. The U.S. Maritime Alliance claims the union refuses to negotiate. These ports handle about half of the country’s ocean shipments. If union workers walk off the job, it…
Port Strike Possible
Without a new contract, the International Longshoremen’s Association and its 25,000 members plan to strike one week from today. This labor contract covers more than 40 percent of the country’s port volume. Nearly 200 agriculture and business organizations have asked…
Port Strike Possible
If a new contract is not in place by October 1, North America’s largest longshoremen’s union could go on strike. After two days of negotiations with port ownership, the two sides remain at odds. This union handles the ports on…
