Make some room in the freezer and start stocking up on meat. That's the word Tyson Foods as the company prepares to close its largest pork plant in Iowa tomorrow after a coronavirus outbreak.
The company is warning "millions of pounds of meat" will disappear from the supply chain as the pandemic forces more processing plants to shut down. Some experts warning of a shortage in just two weeks. They say only big box retailers will likely get enough, leaving shelves empty at grocery stores.
Still others say that farmershave been getting very creativeto meet the challenges – and often, selling direct to consumers. In the meantime, it’s suggested that more than stockpiling, that folks simply buy exactly what they need. And if you’re interested in connecting with farms in your area,CLICK HERE.
Source:NBC News