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Concerns over future of pork jobs Job losses as pork company closes
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Concerns are growing for the future of more than 100 jobs at a County Antrim pork processing firm. A County Antrim pork processing firm has confirmed it is to close with the loss of about 100 jobs.
Cullybackey-based Stevensons is expected to issue a statement on its future on Friday. Stevenson & Co has been in business in Cullybackey for more than 150 years.
The firm, which has been in business for more than 150 years, manufactures pork products for the wholesale, retail, and catering sectors. The company has blamed the rising cost of fuel and electricity, and a large rise in the price of pigs for the closure of the business.
In a statement it said its trading costs had risen by £4,500 per week in the last 12 months, but emphasised that creditors would be paid in full.
"We very much regret this decision as it affects both our pig suppliers, customers and employees who have been loyal over the years."
The firm manufactured pork products for the wholesale, retail, and catering sectors.
The company was established in Ballymoney in 1850 and moved to its current premises in 1982.The company was established in Ballymoney in 1850 and moved to its current premises in 1982.