Tyson Foods, with operations in several places in Georgia including Gainesville, Cumming, and Dahlonega, is closing a plant in Rome which has been in operation 53 years.
A spokeswoman for the food giant said in a statement issued Monday it was closing the facility which makes Nature Valley Granola Bars this spring.
“After careful consideration, we have made the difficult decision to cease operations at our Rome, Georgia, prepared foods facility,” Tyson Brands Corporate & Brand Communications Vice President Laura Burns said. “We recognize the impact this has on our team members and the Rome community. Supporting our people is our top priority, and we are encouraging impacted team members to apply for other roles within the company while working with state and local partners to provide support during this transition.”
No immediate word on how many workers will be affected.
The plant was sold by Hillshire Brands to Tyson Foods in 2014. It was opened in 1972. The original owner was Coosa Baking Company.