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The meatpacking crisis continues to illuminate the dangers of COVID-19

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We've had a busy week publishing our own stories, but on Saturday mornings we take time to look at some of the stories our colleagues have published. If you can read them with a cup of coffee, all the better. Stay safe and healthy.

Los Angeles Times | by Samantha Masunaga, Sarah Parvini and Susanne Rust | May 12, 2020


The Counter | by Jessica Fu | May 12, 2020


Atlanta Magazine | by Kris Martins | May 12, 2020


Fourth USDA Inspector Dies Amid Meat Plant Virus Outbreaks

Bloomberg | May 13, 2020

At a small Oregon meatpacking plant, first came fear, then a plan

USA Today | May 12, 2020

As Food Supply Chain Breaks Down, Farm-To-Door CSAs Take Off

NPR | May 10, 2020

CEOs Say America Is Running Out of Meat—While Shipping Ever More Pork Overseas

Mother Jones | May 13, 2020

Washington state issues emergency rule to protect farm workers from COVID-19. But worker advocates fear it won't save many lives.

Business Insider | May 14, 2020


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