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# Tyson Beef Plant in Kansas Scheduled to Reopen in December
- URL: https://cibocom.ghost.io/tyson-beef-plant-in-kansas-scheduled-to-reopen-in-december/
- Published: 2019-11-18T01:00:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-10-08T14:55:07.000Z
- Author: Cibocom
- Tags: Tyson Foods, pork, beef, poultry

Expected to reach regular production levels by the beginning of January DAKOTA DUNES, S.D. – November 18, 2019 — Tyson Fresh Meats, the beef and pork division of Tyson Foods, Inc. (NYSE: TSN), has announced that the reconstruction of its Holcomb, Kansas beef complex, which was disrupted by a fire on August 9, is nearing completion. The company plans to restart harvest operations in the first week of December, aiming to be fully operational by the first week of January. "We understand the impact the fire had on our suppliers and customers and are delighted to report that we are in the final stages of rebuilding," said Steve Stouffer, group president, Tyson Fresh Meats. "Our team is prepared to start ramping up operations, acknowledging that there will be testing and adjustments in the initial weeks to ensure equipment functionality while upholding our commitment to the safety of our team members and food safety." The fire caused significant damage to a crucial part of the plant that housed the hydraulic and electrical systems supporting the harvest floor and cooler areas. The reconstruction involved completely replacing support beams and the roof, hydraulic piping and pumps, installing over 50,000 feet of new wiring, and rebuilding all new electrical panel rooms and equipment. Since the fire, cattle have been redirected to the company's other beef facilities, which helped to compensate for some of the lost production volume. This was done to minimize disruption to cattle producers and customers. The company has continued to pay active, full-time team members for 40 hours per week. These team members have played a crucial role in the clean-up and reconstruction process. Tyson Fresh Meats intends to start receiving cattle at the Holcomb facility in the first week of December. About Tyson Foods Tyson Foods, Inc. (NYSE: TSN) is among the world's largest food companies and a renowned leader in protein. Established in 1935 by John W. Tyson and developed under three generations of family leadership, the company boasts a wide range of products and brands such as Tyson®, Jimmy Dean®, Hillshire Farm®, Ball Park®, Wright®, Aidells®, ibp®, and State Fair®. Tyson Foods continually innovates to make protein more sustainable, customize food for every location it's available, and elevate global expectations for the potential of good food. The company, headquartered in Springdale, Arkansas, had 141,000 team members as of September 28, 2019\. Through its Core Values, Tyson Foods aims to operate with integrity, create value for its shareholders, customers, communities, and team members, and act as a responsible steward of the animals, land, and environment entrusted to it. Contact: Liz Croston, 605-235-3657