WK Kellogg to Close Plant

WK Kellogg Co. is closing one US cereal plant and downsizing another as part of a plan to consolidate its operations in newer facilities, reports Reuters.

The company said it will close its Omaha, NE, plant by the end of 2026. It also plans to scale back production at its plant in Memphis, TN, starting next year.

WK Kellogg said it will increase production and invest in new infrastructure, equipment and technology at its plants in Battle Creek, MI; Lancaster, PA; and Belleville, Ont., CA. The company said it plans to invest $390 million in new technology and infrastructure, and will incur a charge of $110 million in restructuring costs.

Battle Creek, MI-based WK Kellogg said the plan will result in a net loss of 550 jobs, a number that includes hirings at the plants that will increase production.

Omaha Mayor
Jean Stothert said in a statement she didn’t learn of the planned closure until Tuesday morning. "I’m certainly disappointed that Kellogg’s would make such a significant announcement this way,” she said. “After more than 75 years in Omaha, Kellogg’s will leave a big void.”