Pilgrim's Pride Corp., Greeley, Colo., announced a $25 million investment, which includes the construction of a new feed mill facility in Pinckard, Ala., and a $10 million renovation of the company's poultry processing facility in Enterprise, Ala.

"We are excited to announce our continued commitment to Dale County, the communities of Enterprise and Pinckard, local family farmers, our customers and the Pilgrim's team members who work hard every day to make our business a success," says Jayson Penn, executive vice president, sales and operations. "This significant investment is consistent with our strategy of relentless pursuit of operational excellence and will improve our efficiencies, cost structure and competitiveness, while creating a safer work environment for our employees."

The company will begin construction of the new feed mill within the next 30 days, and renovation of the existing processing facility in Enterprise will occur over the next six months.

"The local government has proven to be a valuable partner in our effort to modernize our facilities in Dale County," Penn says. "The assistance of the Dale County Commission and Ozark-Dale County Economic Development Corporation demonstrates their commitment to the community and the local workforce."

The new feed mill in Pinckard will replace the existing feed mill currently located in Enterprise and will employ more than 25 people.