CONAPROLE: Tension Rises Due to Lack of Dialogue

CONAPROLE faces increasing pressure as the Association of Workers and Employees of CONAPROLE (AOEC) announces new protests, citing the lack of a tripartite negotiation involving the government, company, and workers. The conflict arises from the unilateral decision to close Plant 14 in Rivera. Starting Monday, workers will adhere strictly to regulations, escalating to two-hour strikes per shift if no meeting is held. The union's actions follow a previous 24-hour strike that disrupted the dairy supply chain. With tensions rising, stakeholders in the dairy sector, including the National Association of Milk Producers, express concerns about potential impacts on primary production. The AOEC plans further mobilizations and campaigns, aiming to heighten the visibility of their demands and draw broader support.