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Monterey Mushrooms is cutting 253 jobs at its California facility — it's a restructuring, not a closure

Monterey Mushrooms, one of the largest mushroom producers in North America, has issued a WARN notice for 253 workers at its Morgan Hill, California facility. Company president Chris Abbott characterized the move as a workforce realignment tied to a strategic restructuring of specific operations, not a facility shutdown.

Montrey Mushrooms is a major supplier to U.S. retail and foodservice, and any operational shift at this scale warrants attention. Even if the facility stays open, restructuring at a production site of this size can affect fulfillment capacity, pack sizes, or service levels during the transition period.

Buyers carrying Monterey Mushrooms products — or depending on Morgan Hill supply — should monitor for any near-term availability changes. Worth asking your rep directly whether the restructuring affects your categories or SKUs.

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