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Talking Turkey for Thanksgiving

Enterra Insights

Contractor ( @FarokGlobalBiz ), a Distinguished Professor of Management & Global Business at Rutgers University, we can thank the global supply chain for many of the food items we will consume — including the turkey. And the turkey on Thanksgiving tables may not be a bird native to the U.S.

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Thanksgiving 2022

Enterra Insights

There was likely no turkey served. ” As Hedgpeth reminds us, it was the Wampanoags (specifically, the Patuxet tribe, which belonged to the Wampanoag Confederation) who helped the pilgrims through their first sketchy years in America. There were no feathered headdresses worn. Only a fraction of their nation survived.

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COP26: 5Zs that changed the world

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

15 countries, Austria, Canada, Chile, Denmark, Finland, Luxembourg, The Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Scotland, Switzerland, Turkey, the United Kingdom, Uruguay and Wales declared that they will collaborate towards realizing 100 percent zero emission new trucks and bus sales by 2040.

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How to Navigate Temperature Controlled Shipping’s Fall Season

CH Robinson Transportfolio

For many, this exciting time of year brings joy—pumpkins, apples, turkey, pastries, and all commodities necessary for successful fall and winter holiday celebrations. Robinson’s historical shipping trends show that this seasonal demand growth creates a “fall season,” similar to floral, produce, and grilling seasons. Floral season.

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The Holidays and The Logistics Crunch: It’s all about the Planning & a Fun Comparison of Logistics & A Successful Turkey Day!

GlobalTranz

Shipping during the holidays does not have to be a source of frustration; however, smooth holiday shipping requires significant planning ahead of time. Over the past month, America has experienced some of the lowest gas prices in over a decade. I can remember one year when I failed to check that the turkey had thawed.

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Top 10 Logistics Trends That Could Impact Supply Chains in 2022

Locus

The last mile delivery market size in North America is expected to grow by USD 59.81 Technavio, Last Mile Delivery Market in North America by Service and Geography – Forecast and Analysis 2021-2025, Jan 2021. They want a free and fast returns shipping service for their orders.

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Panama Canal Expansion Equals Trade Expansion

APICS

The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World include The Great Pyramid of Giza in Egypt, the Temple of Artemis at Ephesus in Turkey, and the Hanging Gardens of Babylon in Iraq. The canal accommodates about one-third of Asia-to-Americas trade but required infrastructure upgrades to keep up with the latest shipping trends.

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