The Food Shippers of America Blog

For many food shippers, transportation decisions are about far more than cost. The right freight transport mode can mean the difference between fresh, safe product on the shelf — or …

Interest in environmental responsibility is growing significantly among food shippers as there is an increased focus on sustainability in both domestically and abroad. Many food shippers are adopting alternatives in …

Managing the flow of perishable foods remains one of the most complex challenges in supply chain operations. From production and processing through distribution, each stage introduces risks ranging from overproduction …

Food supply chains face major challenges like labor shortages, transportation disruptions, and the need for real-time visibility across increasingly complex networks. That’s why logistics providers have become more than just …

Trucking activity in the United States jumped in February, pushing tonnage levels to the highest point in three years. Specifically, truck freight tonnage increased 2.6% after gaining 0.7% in January, …

Ahold Delhaize USA recently broke ground on a new state-of-the-art DC in Burlington, NC to strengthen its East Coast supply chain network. Above is an aerial rendering. Sometimes food companies …

Major food enterprises are navigating one of the most consequential periods of change the supply chain has seen in decades. Heightened food safety expectations, rising transportation costs, labor constraints, and …

Consumer behavior and market demands are shifting rapidly. Distribution networks are expanding. Food safety standards are continuously tightening. For these reasons and more, food companies are increasingly turning to trailer …

About the Author: Rafa Santiago was the leader of the Purchasing and Logistics department for one of the largest food distribution companies in the Caribbean, where he managed more than …

Sourcing and procurement are no longer back-office functions — they’re strategic levers that directly impact quality, sustainability, cost, and resilience across the entire food chain. As global supply networks face …