November 8, 1990 - The Tyson Foods plant in Lexington, Nebraska is a staple in Central Nebraska’s economy.

The plant opened for the first time on November 8, 1990 under the name IBP.

The plant was the first of several large meatpacking plants located in small Nebraska cities and employing immigrant workers.

The opening of the plant reversed a population decline and lead to significant growth in the community.

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