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THIS SECTION IS FOR NEWS AND INTERESTING STORIES RELATED TO FOOD, NUTRITION AND FOOD PROCESSING. THEY ARE NOT NECESSARILY RELATED TO KOSHER BUT MAY BE OF INTEREST TO THE KOSHER CONSUMER, MANUFACTURER OR MASHGIACH.

Crews respond to overnight fire at Postville meat packing plant

May 13, 2026 - from KCRG

"The Allamakee County Sheriff’s Office said a fire started in a boiler room on site and was contained to that area. There were no injuries reported.

"At least five different fire crews were dispatched to assist with the fire around 2 a.m. Wednesday, including Postville, Decorah, Luana, Castalia and Clermont. Area Police, Sheriff’s Offices and ambulances also responded.

"Agri Star also confirmed there was a fire at the plant.

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