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Tyson Foods announced the opening of its new food production facility in Kentucky on Thursday, Jan. 25.
The 400,000-square-foot plant is located in Bowling Green, Kentucky. It cost $355 million and was built "to meet demand" for some of its bacon brand partners, according to Tyson.
Tyson also said this new facility will allow the company to "further innovate with new bacon flavors, cuts and products such as fully cooked bacon."
Melanie Boulden, group president of prepared foods and chief growth officer said bacon is a growing category in homes and restaurants.
"Our expanded production will enable us to lead this growth and drive innovation,” said Meanie Boulden.
The opening of this plant will bring 450 new jobs to the area and according to Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, "a significant leap" in the state's economic development.
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