Shelby, Michigan-based Peterson Brands, a major fruit processing and beverage supplier, has announced the permanent closure of its juice manufacturing plant in Fort Myers, Florida, by June 27, 2026.
The closure will affect 135 employees, the entire workforce of the facility, including positions from production operators to management.
It appears that the decision represents a rebalancing of the company's operations, as the plant was acquired in August 2024.
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