The latest news from the agricultural sector
2024-10-15
U.S. Ports Responsible for Nearly $2.9T in Economic Activity: AAPA Study
U.S. ports are responsible for nearly $2.9 trillion in economic activity and 21.8 million American jobs, according to a study released by the American Association of Port Authorities. Read more
transportation ocean ports & carriers
2024-10-15
Wanted: More Women in Supply Chain Roles
One way that companies are addressing this workforce challenge is to explore new demographic groups from which to recruit, including women. Read more
professional development hiring
2024-10-15
Truckload, LTL Rates Hold Steady: Study
The push-pull dynamic of parcel pricing, as carriers implement frequent and creative price hikes to raise revenue, while simultaneously offering exceptionally high discounts to fight for limited... Read more
transportation trucking
2024-10-15
Increase in Industrial Vacancy Rate Suggests Temporary Supply-Demand Imbalance
As of August, the national industrial vacancy rate in the United States was approximately 6.4%, reflecting an upward trend from the previous months, according to recent data from ITS Logistics,... Read more
warehousing design-build
2024-10-15
DataDocks’ New Features Designed to Streamline Operations
DataDocks launched three new features designed to streamline operations, reduce costs and improve overall supply chain efficiency. Read more
transportation fleet management
2024-10-15
Trucker Tools’ Fraud Identification Features to Protect Against Increasing Threats
Trucker Tools launched its new Fraud Toolkit, a suite of advanced fraud identification features designed to combat the growing challenge of fraudulent activities in the freight industry. Read more
transportation wms/tms
2024-10-15
ETQ Launches AI-Based Predictive Quality Analytics Solution
The solution enables automated, early detection and proactive resolution to prevent manufacturing problems, limit production variation, speed decision making, and deliver prescriptive solutions. Read more
software & technology ai/ar
2024-10-15
Mojix, Seagull Software Merger to Create Leading Supply Chain and Traceability Platform
Seagull Software announced a merger with Mojix, which will leverage Seagull Software’s BarTender’s global customer base and value-added channel partner network with more than 250,000 customers across... Read more
warehousing packaging
2024-10-14
U.S. battles rising Bird Flu impact
Bird flu outbreaks in the U.S. escalate, affecting humans and cattle, leading to urgent actions for vaccination and containment. Read more
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2024-10-14
Solar panels prove compatible with corn
A Purdue University study reveals corn can successfully grow under elevated solar panels, marking a breakthrough in agrivoltaics. Read more
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2024-10-14
Bird Flu alert for U.S. dairy products
Partnership focuses on safety tests for U.S. dairy amid rising concerns of Avian Influenza in livestock. Read more
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2024-10-14
Act boosts farm’s green credentials
The Inflation Reduction Act aids a Washington organic farm in adopting energy-efficient practices, enhancing sustainability. Read more
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