Production Resumes At Troubled Abbott Baby Formula Factory

Abbott's Michigan facility shut down in February due to contamination, causing recalls and shortages. Limited production resumed in June but was halted again due to storms. Abbott aims to restart Similac production soon. The company is one of four that produce 90% of US formula.

What was the primary reason for the initial shutdown of Abbott's Michigan facility?

• Financial issues

• Contamination

• Equipment failure

• Labor strike

When did the Michigan facility restart limited production?

• March

• May

• June

• February

What caused the facility to shut down again after restarting production?

• Equipment malfunction

• Severe storms and flooding

• Supply chain disruptions

• New contamination issues

What is Abbott's current focus regarding the Michigan facility?

• Hiring more staff

• Closing the facility permanently

• Restarting Similac production

• Expanding the facility

How many companies produce about 90% of the formula in the US?

• Four

• Two

• Three

• Five