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80-Year-Old Meat Industry Veteran Retires After 64 Years

11/28/2025

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Ken McLeod, an 80-year-old worker at Blue Sky Pastures, retired after 64 years in the meat industry.
He began his career in 1962 at the Southland Frozen Meat Company.
He joined the meatworkers union and served as sub-branch president for 28 years.
At his farewell, he was honored by colleagues.
McLeod noted significant health and safety improvements over the years, including better working conditions and support for injuries.

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Story summary

Ken McLeod, an 80-year-old worker at Blue Sky Pastures, retired after 64 years in the meat industry.
He began his career in 1962 at the Southland Frozen Meat Company.
He joined the meatworkers union and served as sub-branch president for 28 years.
At his farewell, he was honored by colleagues.
McLeod noted significant health and safety improvements over the years, including better working conditions and support for injuries.