One of the UK’s largest food businesses has announced plans to close its Abergavenny factory by the autumn putting 400 jobs at risk. Avara Foods, which supplies chicken and turkey to UK supermarkets and restaurant chains, blamed rising costs following the Covid-19 pandemic and falling demand for UK-produced turkey for the decision.
The Welsh Government has said the announcement comes as a "major blow" for workers and the community.
In a statement, Avara Foods said: “Since the Covid pandemic, Avara has faced significant inflationary pressure in fuel, commodities and labour, which has driven up pricing and significantly reduced demand for UK-produced turkey in the retail market.
