What are the biggest issues and areas of interest for those following Food Shippers of America (FSA)? Some of the hottest topics revolve around how to leverage technology to generate efficiencies in the supply chain; creating resiliency in food chains; environmental, social and governance priorities in supply chain practices; and the threats of port shut-downs this year.

Let’s take a look at the top articles on the Food Shippers blog that, in 2024, piqued the highest interest of those involved in FSA.

Driving Resilience through Talent, Technology

More than 1,300 supply chain professionals and providers in the food and beverage industry attended the 2024 Food Shippers Annual Conference in Orlando to collaborate, network and learn with their peers. Read More

FMC Clarifies Detention and Demurrage Billed to Food Shippers

The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) recently released new rules that will help to clarify and simplify the process by which shippers are billed for detention and demurrage charges. Read More

HARIBO to Expand Wisconsin Warehouse to Triple Capacity

HARIBO, the world's leading manufacturer of gummi products, expanded its warehousing and distribution capabilities in Bristol, WI. The new warehousing site features 73 truck docks and is located within two miles from the manufacturer’s production plant in Pleasant Prairie, WI. Read More

PepsiCo: A Closer Look at ESG Supply Chain Priorities

The business of PepsiCo is intrinsically tied to the health of the planet and the resilience of its food system - so investing in Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) is essential. Read More

Potential Shutdown at East Coast, Gulf Coast Ports Could Severely Disrupt Food Chains

Earlier this year, a threatened East Coast and Gulf Coast strike resulted in stakeholders raising the alarm, saying such a shutdown would be devastating for supply chains in the food and beverage industry. Read More

Shipper Case Study: Digital Transformation at GWFG

Golden West Food Group, a manufacturer and distributor of high-quality fine foods that span a vast array of raw, cooked, fresh, and frozen products, is focusing heavily on digital transformation of its complex supply chain. Read More

Campbell Soup: Supply Chain Optimization Plan to Fuel Growth

Campbell Soup Company is putting significant plans in motion as part of an ongoing effort to invest in and transform its supply chain. What’s driving this supply chain optimization plan? Read More

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