173
Employees Affected
Unknown
Percentage
AeroFarms announced the permanent closure of its Danville Pittsylvania facility in Ringgold, Virginia, resulting in the termination of all 173 employees, including 127 Virginia residents. The company cited the unexpected withdrawal of funding by its largest investor following restructuring and shifting priorities. Employees were notified on December 11, with layoffs effective December 19, 2025. The facility was the world’s largest indoor farming operation when it opened in 2022