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Union Stock Yards

A historic livestock and meatpacking center in Chicago.

Last updated August 25, 2026

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Overview

The Union Stock Yards was a large livestock and meatpacking center in Chicago, operating from 1865 to 1971. It was once the largest livestock yard in the world and played a key role in the development of Chicago's meatpacking industry.

Products and positioning

Product categories. Livestock trading · Meatpacking

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