The Federation of Dairy Industry Workers in Uruguay has declared a national dispute following the dismissal of 25 workers linked to Conaprole. The union alleges these firings are a result of attempts to reduce wages and views a proposed pay cut as an “indirect dismissal.” Union representatives claim management is seeking to undermine worker conditions. This action has sparked significant unrest within the Uruguayan dairy sector. The federation accuses Conaprole of employing aggressive tactics to suppress wage demands. The declared conflict signals a potential escalation of labor tensions within the industry, putting pressure on negotiations and potentially impacting milk production. The union is demanding the reinstatement of the fired workers and a halt to proposed wage reductions.