Pearson's Candy Company will close its St. Paul plant on September 28th. Approximately 80 employees will be laid off due to a lack of financial sustainability. The company cited current business and economic conditions for the decision. Its parent company is exploring options to continue producing legacy brands with a strategic partner. Rising ingredient costs and a lack of reinvestment contributed to the plant's struggles.
St. Paul, MN
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