Companies selected to compete will pitch at the event, which provides startups with mentorship from Tyson Foods executives, potential pilot and testing programs, commercial partnerships and recognition through press and media.
Tyson Foods workers rallied together outside the company’s headquarters in a protest of concerns related to child labor, worker safety and unfair conditions.
The Missouri Department of Higher Education & Workforce Development has recently been assisting employees affected by the Tyson Foods’ closings at the Dexter and Noel, Mo., plants with job fairs and other resources.
The annual accolade recognizes poultry facilities that excel in commitments to sustainable wastewater treatment, identify water reuse opportunities and implement initiatives to advance overall sustainability in the facility.