Bargaining Updates
December 27, 2007


Poultry plant workers in Hammond, Louisiana establish contract with Sanderson Farms

 

More than 650 workers represented by UFCW Local 455 have settled a new three year agreement with the Sanderson Farms poultry plant in Hammond, Louisiana. The increased wages and benefits will provide a more secure future for employees and their families. Highlights of the contract include:

 

--Raises of $1.05 over the term for production workers

--Raises of $1.05 to $3.05 for maintenance workers.

 

--Improved health and welfare benefits.

 

--Maintains retirement security benefits.