BCTGM Strike
Representing manufacturing, production, maintenance and sanitation workers in the baking, confectionery, tobacco and grain milling industries.
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Sixty-five members of BCTGM Local 1 (Chicago, Ill.) on strike against Teasdale Latin Foods have voted to ratify a new collective bargaining agreement. This brings an end to the eleven-week strike that began on June 1. The workers at Teasdale process and can beans and other goods for major retailers across the U.S. Reflecting on the vote to accept the new agreement, BCTGM International President Anthony Shelton stated, “These hard-working members put it all on the line...

01 September, 2025

PRINTABLE VERSION (PDF) BCTGM Local 1 (Chicago) Escalates Campaign for a Fair Contract as Strike against Teasdale Foods in Hoopeston, Ill. Enters Tenth Week Workers on strike at Teasdale Foods in Hoopeston, Ill. are building support nationally as affiliates of the BCTGM International Union and national AFL-CIO join their effort to inform store managers and the general public about the strike. The activists warn that any Teasdale bean products received by grocers which were produced at the Hoopeston,...

06 August, 2025

On June 1, sixty-five members of BCTGM Local 1 (Chicago), went on strike at the Teasdale Latin Foods facility in Hoopeston, Ill. Teasdale Foods manufactures canned beans and hominy, sauces, spices and tortillas at plants across the country. The striking workers at Hoopeston, can, pack and distribute a variety of beans that are sold under the Teasdale brand, as well as under store brands including Walmart, Giant, Aldi and Jewel. The hard-working members are fighting against changes...

04 June, 2025

170 members of BCTGM Local 36G (Buffalo, NY) on strike against J.M. Smucker-owned Milk-Bone have voted to ratify a new collective bargaining agreement. This brings an end to the seven-week strike that began on October 28. Reflecting on the vote to accept the new agreement, BCTGM International President Anthony Shelton stated, “This has been a difficult fight for our striking BCTGM workers and their families. I could not be more proud of these hard working members who...

18 December, 2024

On October 28th, 165 members of BCTGM Local 36G went on strike against Milk-Bone (owned by J.M. Smucker) in Buffalo, New York. The workers are fighting against an increased cost to their health care, low wages and the company’s blatant disrespect for the law and its employees. You can download a Fact Sheet on their strike here. Here are THREE ways you can help BCTGM Local 36G HOLD THE LINE: 1) Join the picket line or drop off...

25 November, 2024

BCTGM Local 114 members who work at the Franz Bakery in Springfield, Ore. have voted to accept a new collective bargaining agreement. Approval of the contract ends the BCTGM’s strike at the bakery which began on October 31, 2024. In commenting on the ratification, BCTGM International President Anthony Shelton states, “Our striking members at Franz Bakery courageously stood their ground in order to achieve a fair contract. It’s not an easy decision to hit the streets...

21 November, 2024

October 31, 2024 – Nearly 200 members of BCTGM Local 114 (Portland, Ore.), who make Franz bread products for United States Baking Company in Springfield, Ore., have initiated a ULP strike against the company. The workers are striking over scheduling issues, work-life balance and low pay relative to the industry. “Our Franz members want a more just and fair scheduling system. We have proposed following Oregon’s new 'Predictive Scheduling Law' that would give our members more notice on...

31 October, 2024

October 28, 2024 – 165 members of BCTGM Local 36G (Buffalo, N.Y.), who make Milk-Bone brand dog treats for J.M. Smucker Co. in Buffalo, have initiated a ULP strike against the company. Download a Fact Sheet. The workers are fighting against an increased cost to their health care, low wages and the company’s blatant disrespect for the law and its employees. “The union members had hoped to improve their sub-par medical plan when they entered bargaining,” reports Chief...

28 October, 2024

By: Anthony Shelton, BCTGM International President With the end of the year upon us, it is important to review how our Union responded to the challenges that arose before us. As we evaluate these challenges, it gives us an opportunity to plan effectively for the future. In 2023, the BCTGM once again provided solid proof that we never walk away from a tough fight when it comes to protecting the livelihoods of our members. In Cedar Rapids, Iowa,...

11 December, 2023

Approximately 50 allies from Labor and other advocacy organizations rallied in New York City yesterday in support of BCTGM Local 390G workers on strike against International Flavors and Fragrances (IFF) in Memphis, Tenn. The rally called attention to the strike, now in its fifth month, and urged the company’s negotiators to return to the bargaining table. Among the crowd, which gathered in front of the company’s headquarters at 521 W. 57th Street, were BCTGM International Secretary-Treasurer...

19 October, 2023

BCTGM Local 390G members have been on strike against International Flavors and Fragrances (IFF) in Memphis, Tenn. since June 4.Workers had been working under the terms of their expired contract for more than a year and the company refused to negotiate a fair contract that protects the workers’ health insurance and overtime.Click here to tell IFF CEO and Executives to get back to the negotiating table! Striking members of Local 390G remain steadfast and strong...

05 July, 2023

Company is a Major Producer of Soy Protein Used in Pet Food, Infant Formula June 4, 2023 — Nearly 200 members of Bakery, Confectionery, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers International Union (BCTGM) Local 390G went on strike against International Flavors and Fragrances (IFF) in Memphis, Tenn. The Local 390G BCTGM members produce soy protein products which are used by companies including Nestle, Nestle Purina and Abbott Nutrition to manufacture baby formula, pet foods, soy-based nutritional powders...

05 June, 2023

After nearly two months on strike, BCTGM members at Hormel’s Corn Nuts plant in Fresno, California are traveling to the Company’s Global headquarters to demand an in-person meeting with the CEO. WHO: BCTGM Local 85 members from California, Minnesota BCTGM members, labor allies WHAT: Demonstrate outside Hormel HQ and call on CEO Jim Snee to meet WHERE: One Hormel Place, Austin, MN 55912 WHEN: Wednesday, October 19, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. After two months of rising tensions and no agreement,...

14 October, 2022

Local 100G members are on strike against Ingredion Corporation in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. What they are asking for in a new collective bargaining agreement is simple: dignity and respect on the job that comes from a union contract negotiated in good faith and without take-aways. Help us call on Ingredion CEO and company representatives. Send an email and tell Ingredion to get back to the bargaining table and negotiate in good faith. Workers deserve nothing less...

02 September, 2022

Fed up with a company that refuses to bargain in good faith, Local 37 members in Santa Fe Springs, Calif. went on strike in the early morning hours of November 3. Chanting, "Sí, se puede!" outside the bakery, 140 Local 37 members say they are fed up with Jon Donaire for the company's refusal to bargain over improved wages. The union members make ice cream cakes, desserts and pastry products under the Jon Donaire Desserts...

03 November, 2021