Brazilian meat processing giant JBS announced plans to invest $200m at its facilities in Cactus, Texas, and Greeley, Colorado in the US.
JBS will invest $150m in Cactus to establish a new fabrication floor and a ground beef room. It will invest $50m in a new distribution centre in Greeley. Both these sites will begin construction in 2025.
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These investments will boost plant efficiency and potentially increase production. Additionally, they aim to benefit cattle producers, consumers, JBS employees, and local rural communities.
Wesley Batista Filho, CEO of JBS USA said, “We believe now is the time to invest in the United States, and we are excited about what the future holds”.
“At JBS, we prioritise ongoing investments in our facilities to ensure our company and the rural areas where we live and work are positioned for success now and in the future,” he added
U.S. Congressman (Texas) Ronny Jackson “applauded” JBS for its continued investment in Cactus, Texas.
“This expansion will improve production capacity and will help strengthen our beef supply chain,” he remarked.
U.S. Congressman (Colorado) Gabe Evans offered similar sentiments appreciating JBS’ efforts in Weld County in Colorado.
“This announcement ensures that the cattle producers and the local businesses that support the facility will continue to thrive and prosper,” he added.
Furthermore, JBS invests in local communities through its Hometown Strong and Better Futures programs. Since 2020, it has poured in over $15 million in Cactus and Greeley, including funding for recreation, education, non-profits, and affordable housing.
Headquartered in Sao Paulo, JBS SA has over 270,000 employees globally. Last year in 2024, JBS announced investments in Saudi Arabia and Nigeria.
