SUMIFRU WORKERS TO STRIKE
Leaders from two unions of Sumifru Phils banana packing plant in Compostela, Compostela Valley file a notice of strike on December 23 after the termination of 138 workers who refused to sign "waiver of commitment".
(davaotoday.com photo by Ace R. Morandante)
Sumfiru banana workers file case against gun-toting contract grower
The workers' union of a banana plantation in Compostela Valley filed a complaint against the contract grower for alleged threat and harassment when he reportedly brandished and fired his gun to disperse the rally of workers.