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Brooks’ 80 Acres Farms lays off 166 workers
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Jasper Kenzo Sundeen , as published by San Antonio Report (nonprofit local newsroom)
· August 11, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The Brooks Development Authority is taking steps to support the affected workers.
A significant layoff has occurred at 80 Acres Farms in Brooks, with 166 employees losing their jobs. The Brooks Development Authority is taking steps to support the affected workers. The authority is also seeking a new tenant for the site.
This development follows the layoff announcement, and further details can be found through the San Antonio Report. Limited information is currently available about the circumstances surrounding the layoffs and the future plans for the site. For more information, readers can refer to the original report from the San Antonio Report.
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Category: local Published: August 11, 2026 Source: San Antonio Report (nonprofit local newsroom) Reading time: 1 min
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