The Food Shippers of America Blog

Mars, Inc., a global leader and maker of more than 40 beloved snacking, food and pet brands in the United States, including Royal Canin, M&Ms, Snickers, Ben's Original, Pedogree, and …

Supply chains in the food industry are caught between the urgency to navigate complicated challenges and the pressure to deliver under the pressures of cost control. This has never been …

Technology is a powerful catalyst for supply chain success, enabling food enterprises to operate with greater speed, accuracy, and resiliency. From real-time data analytics and automation to advanced forecasting and …

Trucking activity in the United States slipped in June as the freight market eroded during the last two months of the second quarter. Specifically, truck freight tonnage decreased 0.4% after …

Mars, Inc. has reduced greenhouse gas emissions across its supply chain by 16.4% compared to a 2015 baseline, according to the company’s 2024 sustainability report released last week. The company …

Transportation best practices and technologies are critical for food companies aiming to leverage their supply chains to stay competitive. Efficient, reliable logistics not only ensure products arrive fresh and on-time, …

Cargo theft has long been a concern for supply chains of high-value products such as electronics and other consumer goods, but in recent years food and beverage cargo is now …

As the first two quarters of 2025 come to a close, a clear trend is emerging: manufacturers are carrying less inventory across their networks. Inventory is turning faster, and “safety …

Note: The Food Shippers of America (FSA) encourages its members and affiliated companies to support the important relief work of the American Logistics Aid Network (ALAN) and their current efforts …

With today’s global disruption, rapid technological change, and elevated customer expectations, the concept of a “future-ready supply chain” has shifted from a visionary concept to a strategic necessity for leading …