AgriMACS, Inc. has announced plans to close all of its operations in Washington. The agricultural company cited business conditions as the reason for the decision. According to the filing, the closure will affect more than 100 employees who do not have bumping or displacement rights.
AgriMACS, Inc. Announces Permanent Closure of All Work Locations
On May 8, 2026, AgriMACS, Inc. is permanently closing its facilities at Chelan, Royal City, Othello, Soap Lake, Methow, and Pateros. The company filed a WARN notice, stating that 145 employees will be affected. The filing further states all the details related to the closure but it does not promise any assistance to employees during notice period.
Affected Work Locations
Here is the extensive list of the locations that will be impacted from the closure.
- 408 Manson Highway, Chelan, Washington 98816
- Township 27N Range 22E, Section 5, Chelan, Washington 98816
- 112 Golden Street, Chelan, Washington 98816
- 606 Howard Flats Road, Chelan, Washington 98816
- 194 Substation Road, Chelan, Washington 98816
- 286 Kelly Lane, Chelan, Washington 98816
- 1416 Shady Pass Road, Chelan, Washington 98816
- 290 Appleton Lane, Chelan, Washington 98816
- 2010 Apple Acres Road, Chelan, Washington 98816
- 2276 Howard Flats Road, Chelan, Washington 98816
- 8333 Navarre Coulee Rd, Chelan, WA 98816
- 266 Maryvale Lane, Chelan, Washington 98816
- 13496 Rd 9 SW, Royal City, WA 99357
- 47 S May Rd, Othello, WA 99344
- 6998 Rd 12 SE, Othello, WA 9934
- 15 S Barton Rd, Othello, WA 99344
- 9976 Rd E SE, Othello, WA 99344
- 9030 Rd E SE, Othello, WA 99344
- 1722 Rd 19 NW, Soap Lake, WA 98851
- 19461 Rd B NW, Soap Lake, WA 98851
- 1380 Hwy 153, Methow, WA 98834
- 164 Hwy 153, Pateros, WA 98846
- 312 E Trow Ave, Chelan, WA 98816
Reason and Effect of the Closure
According to the notice, the company states that business hardships due to market shifts are the reason for the closure. The WARN database shows that the company has previously reported larger layoffs. On November 14, 2025, AgriMACS laid off 1,368 workers.
The closure can be tied broadly to the issues affecting orchard operators in Washington. The rising labor costs, declining profitability for apple growers, and increased operating costs are among the reasons.
About AgriMACS, Inc.
AgriMACS, Inc. manages over 5,000 acres of farmland in North Central and Columbia Basin of Washington. It is headquartered in Chelan and has a team that is well-versed in all aspects of horticulture, viticulture, and management techniques. It has proven itself to be an industry leader with its progressive growing practices and knowledgeable implementation of systems.
The closure will leave an impact on the local workforce, but it is a decision that comes after facing continued challenges.
