The Food Shippers of America Blog

Ahead of the holidays, Family Dollar is partnering with DoorDash to offer customers on-demand delivery services from about 7,000 of the retailer’s stores. Family Dollar, one of the nation’s most …

Sustainability is no longer a buzzword in the food industry — it’s a critical business imperative. Food companies increasingly are prioritizing eco-friendly practices across their supply chains, aiming to reduce …

It could have been worse. Tariffs on heavy-duty trucks are not as onerous as they sound. At the outset, we confess that we have never bought a heavy-duty truck or …

Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc., a global leader in convenience and mobility, recently opened a state-of-the-art distribution center (DC) in Otsego, MN. This 266,000-square-foot facility is the first of three new DCs …

Trucking activity in the United States fell in October, pushing the level down to the lowest since January. Specifically, truck freight tonnage decreased 2.1% after falling 0.8% in September, according …

Food Chain Digest is the official magazine of Food Shippers of America. Brian Everett, Group Publisher & Editorial Director for Food Chain Digest, caught up with Lee Klaskow, Senior Freight …

Kroger soon will be using the DashMart Fulfillment Services for delivery DoorDash recently announced DashMart Fulfillment Services, a new way for food retailers to strengthen the reach of their products …

Through innovation, Nestlé has built its reputation as “The Good Food, Good Life” company. And now, this food marketer and manufacturer is embarking on a major digital transformation designed to …

Food packaging is far more than a container — it is a critical component of the supply chain that ensures products move safely and efficiently from production to consumption. Packaging …

Trucking activity in the United States decreased in September, pushing the level down to the lowest in three months. Specifically, truck freight tonnage declined 0.9% after gaining 0.9% in August …