The investment, which is subject to local government regulatory approvals, will be made at Rivalea’s Corowa piggery and processing facilities, and includes:
The investment program will support Rivalea’s growth across fresh and value-added pork products, that are supplied to Australian consumers and key export partners.
Rivalea’s Corowa site currently employs more than 600 people and consists of five farms, a processing facility, feed milling, research and administration.
The site utilises biogas technology capturing methane to generate 85 per cent of the farming and processing operations’ peak power requirements and further uses the nutrients to grow crops, contributing to the sustainability of the site.
JBS Australia acquired the Rivalea business in January 2022. Edison Alvares, chief operating officer of JBS Australia’s Pork Division, said the investment was a testament to the company’s commitment to the Corowa and Federation Council area.
“Rivalea has a proud history of being part of the Riverina area for the past 50 years,” Mr Alvares said.
“Through this $20 million investment program, we will seek to improve the productivity of our operations, which will enhance job security for people in the Corowa community.
“Rivalea is a leader in the Australian pork sector with a strong team and track record of sustainable pork production.
“We are committed to building on these foundations and creating new opportunities for Australian-grown pork, both here and overseas.”
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