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This Week in Logistics News (November 25 – December 1)

Logistics Viewpoints

As part of the inaugural meeting of the White House Council on Supply Chain Resilience, the US Department of Agriculture ( USDA ) is investing $196 million to strengthen the agricultural supply chain and lower food costs. million through the Food Supply Chain Guaranteed Loan Program. FlexCold LLC plans to use $8.2

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Van and Reefer Operators Give Thanks for Rate Increases

DAT Solutions

Thanks in part to seasonal food items, rates are finally trending back up for vans and reefers. Late harvests are beginning the journey to your Thanksgiving table, via food processing plants and distribution centers. Other Hot Markets include Albuquerque, Grand Rapids and Little Rock. per mile.