Cheese Makers' Union Says It Receives 'Last, Best and Final' Offer From Dairy Farms
Saturday, November 4, 2023By Nicole Sperling Not really
Mario Tama/Getty ImagesThe Cheese Makers' Union, representing dairy workers across the country, announced today that it has received what it calls the "last, best and final" offer from dairy farms. The offer comes after weeks of negotiations and strikes in an effort to improve working conditions and wages for cheese makers.
The union, affiliated with SAG-AFTRA, has been advocating for fair treatment and compensation for its members, who play a vital role in the dairy industry. Cheese makers are responsible for producing a wide variety of cheeses that are enjoyed by millions of people worldwide.
Representatives from the union state that while they appreciate the offer from dairy farms, they believe it falls short of their demands. They argue that cheese makers deserve better pay and improved working conditions to reflect the essential and demanding nature of their work.
Strikes have been taking place across several dairy farms in recent weeks, causing disruptions in cheese production. These strikes aim to draw attention to the challenges faced by cheese makers and to put pressure on dairy farms to meet the demands put forward by the union.
The union has stated that it remains open to further negotiations but will take further action if necessary to ensure its members receive fair treatment.