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Lamb Weston Shutters One Plant, Defers to New Production in Argentina; North American Sales Flat
As of January 8, Lamb Weston will close one potato processing facility in Munro to consolidate into its newest facility in Mar del Plata, Argentina, according to a press release from the group that supplies some of the world's largest fast-food chains. While the company realizes most of its profits in North America, officials say other markets like Argentina are growing quickly.
“These actions are part of our broader strategy to improve profitability and enhance operational efficiency across our global manufacturing network..."
QSR Firms McDonald’s and Little Caesars Highlight Plans for Resilience – Agri-Food Americas 2025
Supply chain disruptions and inflationary pressures are testing the resilience of some of the leading names in the US Quick-Service Restaurant (QSR) sector, even as McDonald’s Corp and Little Caesars Enterprises press ahead with expansion plans and menu tweaks.
On the sidelines of the recent Agri-Food Americas 2025 conference in Chicago, McDonald’s and Little Caesars executives both informed Expana that the current demand environment is significantly marked by volatility in traffic patterns and shifting consumer preferences. To mitigate risk with such trends
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