American Foods Group’s New Heartland Packing
American Foods Group’s New Harvest Facility
Built With Employees, Community, Producers, and the Environment In Mind
WARREN COUNTY, Mo., Sept. 15 – America’s Heartland Packing, the newest beef harvest
facility of American Foods Group (AFG), officially opened its doors on April 10, 2025. Furthermore, the
state-of-the-art facility’s purpose at its core, is focusing on employee well-being, community engagement,
producer partnershipsand environmental stewardship. With an $800 million capital investment, it sets a new
benchmark for the U.S. beef industry. It strengthens the food supply chain and advances sustainable growth for years to come.
After evaluating more than 3,000 counties across the continental U.S., AFG selected Warren
County, Missouri as the ideal home for its newest facility —thanks to the state’s top-ranking
cattle inventory, strong producer base and business-friendly climate. “This new beef
processing facility represents not only an investment in our state’s strong agricultural
industry, but also in our workforce, economy, and future,” said Governor Mike Kehoe. “We
congratulate America’s Heartland Packing on this milestone and look forward to the
opportunities this facility will create for Missourians.”
Core Values
“At America’s Heartland Packing, our employees are at the heart of everything we do.”
Said John Kelly, vice president of America’s Heartland Packing. “From natural light-filled
cafeterias and ergonomic workstations to climate-controlled barns and production floors,
every detail is designed to create a safe, welcoming and rewarding workplace. This isn’t just
a job — it’s a place where people can grow their careers, support their families and be part
of something bigger.”
The facility’s advanced automation and robotics are designed not to replace people, but
to enhance their safety and success. These innovations reduce the need for repetitive or
strenuous tasks while improving overall throughput, product quality and employee
satisfaction. Additional features include an on-site employment center, comprehensive
training and safety programs, and an employee meat store.
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