Declining green bean business reflects end of seasonal packing era, owners say.
Declining green bean business reflects end of seasonal packing era, owners say.
For years, the company’s special products division has outpaced the traditional canning side of its business. The shelf-stable foods in trays and pouches have better colors, flavors, and textures than conventionally canned food.
The West Salem plant also went through a round of layoffs last year, trimming 100 positions, but its business has since improved.
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