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Like the Mississippi River Through New Orleans, Today’s CPG Market is Quickly Changing Directions

QAD

Twisting and turning, changing directions quickly, the Mississippi River winds down the center of the U.S. Manufacturers of food, beverage and consumer products are facing challenging times, changing consumers and the need to deliver new products to the marketplace faster than ever before. Key Explore Sessions.

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High Seas Troubles Affect Global Supply Chains, Part Two: Climate Risks

Enterra Insights

Germany has proposed dredging parts of the Rhine after the worst drought to hit Europe in 500 years depressed water levels in 2022 and forced ships to sail at only 25 percent of capacity. ”[5] Rising Seas Obviously. Droughts, storms and floods forced nearly 33 million people to migrate that year.

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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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Amid Peak Season Surprises, Worries Persist

Intelligent Audit

While increased independence from Amazon may seem like less-than-stellar news, UPS believes the transition could improve capacity access for other shippers within their network. . Record Low Water Levels Cause Shipping Woes Along Mississippi. Survey Reveals Top Issues for Food Supply Chain Professionals.

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This Week in Logistics News (January 29 – February 4)

Logistics Viewpoints

The company is launching the Student Ambassador Program on March 1 at Mississippi Valley State University, Jackson State University, Fayetteville State University, LeMoyne-Owen College, Lane College, Tennessee State University, Paul Quinn College, and Miles College. percent versus the same month in 2019. percent.

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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. This is due to their geographic location as well as capitalization of niche markets, including e-commerce, petroleum and food and beverage. Mississippi. Massachusetts. South Dakota.

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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. This is due to their geographic location as well as capitalization of niche markets, including e-commerce, petroleum and food and beverage. Mississippi. Massachusetts. South Dakota.