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This Week in Logistics News (April 24 – 30)

Logistics Viewpoints

Previously, some Prime members could get Amazon Fresh orders and Whole Foods deliveries dropped off in their garage, but only if they lived in Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, or Seattle. Increased demand for consumer goods, especially as the pandemic has lingered on, are exacerbating the capacity crunch.

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COVID-19 Virus is expected to reduce meat selection and raise prices

Operations and Supply Chain Management

food chain has rarely been so stressed and that no one is sure about the future, even as they try to dispel concerns about shortages. This means one thing — the food supply chain is vulnerable,” the statement said. “As The letter encourages government leaders to unite to address food supply chain challenges,” Mickelson said.

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The Definitive Guide on Produce Season Transportation Impacts

Zipline Logistics

Peak produce shipping season refers to the time period when the largest volume of fruits and vegetables are harvested and subsequently shipped to markets across the US, impacting truck capacity. You may need to pay more to attract capacity. How Produce Season Transportation Affects Rates and Capacity – State by State.

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Analytics Leaders Discuss the Internet of Things

CH Robinson Transportfolio

Understanding the temperature of a package throughout transit provides significant value to customers seeking six sigma quality logistical processes, like food distributors and drug manufacturers. The forum, an annual event at Kelley in its third year, joins analytics and thought leaders from various industries and firms, including C.H.

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This Week in Logistics News (June 17 – 23)

Logistics Viewpoints

Unionized UPS workers could strike this summer Walmart opens largest fulfillment center in Indiana Target tests larger next-day delivery effort Commerce Dept. supplier capability and capacity. Food and agriculture companies in the U.S. And now on to this week’s logistics news. population with its service.

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This Week in Logistics News (June 24 – 30)

Logistics Viewpoints

Starting next week, Amazon will start actively recruiting existing small businesses in 23 states including Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, California, Florida, Iowa, Indiana, Illinois, Massachusetts, Minnesota, North Carolina, North Dakota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, South Dakota, and Washington. percent) and transportation and warehousing (5.3

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Do Freight Shipping Prices Vary by State?

Freight Center

Most of the state’s food is imported, and therefore there are several refrigerated shipments that come into the state on a regular basis. Indiana’s freight shipping rates tend to remain consistent year-round. That being said, the lower capacity and demand can sometimes result in lower rates. Massachusetts. South Dakota.