Supply Chain

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    US poultry, swine workers face increased health risks, studies show

    The USDA-backed research comes as meat producers push to increase factory line speeds in processing facilities, which critics say compounds the likelihood of injury.

    By • Jan. 15, 2025
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    Chipotle invests to reduce methane emissions from cows

    The restaurant chain's venture fund is also backing efforts to produce plant-based meat from duckweed.

    By • Jan. 15, 2025
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    Top 5 stories from Agriculture Dive

    Declining farm income and other production challenges have pushed farmers to rethink their operations and adopt new technology in a bid to diversify potential revenue streams. 

    By Agriculture Dive staff
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    EPA warns PFAS in biosolid fertilizers could pose health risks

    The agency said farmers could be at risk due to the chemicals leaching into food and water in its draft risk assessment, now open for comment. 

    By Jacob Wallace • Jan. 15, 2025
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    JBS will pay $4M to counter illegal child labor practices

    A DOL official praised the remedial steps proposed by the world’s largest meat processor as “creative and forward-thinking.”

    By Emilie Shumway • Jan. 15, 2025
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    CHS leans into supply chain investments as profits tank

    The agribusiness giant, which saw net income fall by more than half in the first quarter, is announcing new products, shipping terminals and agronomy services to turn around market declines. 

    By • Jan. 14, 2025
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    Bridgestone offers buyouts to workers at Iowa tractor tire plant

    The offers come in response to a down farm economy that has rattled John Deere, CNH and other tractor makers.

    By • Jan. 14, 2025
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    Seafood company not on the hook for overtime in COVID lockdown case, court rules

    The case highlights the complexities involved with determining compensability under the Fair Labor Standards Act, particularly when workers are kept on campus.

    By Ryan Golden • Jan. 14, 2025
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    US corn exports off to strong start

    First quarter sales reached the highest level in roughly six years thanks to plentiful supply, competitive pricing and an uncharacteristically weak harvest from main competitor Brazil.

    By • Jan. 13, 2025
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    Adopt a class cow? How schools are helping students understand where food comes from.

    A variety of new resources are giving students hands-on opportunities that illustrate the role tech plays in agriculture.

    By Lauren Barack • Jan. 13, 2025
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    Agtech seedlings: Bayer, European refinery to scale US biofuel production

    Also in this week's farm technology news: Inari raised $144 million to bring gene-edited seeds to market and an Israel-based startup looks to develop its computer vision technology for horticulture.

    By • Jan. 10, 2025
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    Louis Dreyfus buys BASF’s food and health ingredients business

    The food processor seeks to dominate the plant-based space while chemical producer BASF shifts its focus to other areas.

    By Chris Casey • Jan. 10, 2025
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    East Coast port strike averted after tentative deal reached

    The agreement comes a week before a previous agreement was set to expire, allaying concerns of supply chain disruptions at major shipping hubs.

    By Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 9, 2025
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    Shippers urge deal to avert East Coast port strike as deadline looms

    Worker contracts will expire again on Jan. 15, prompting fears of supply chain disruption acorss industries including agriculture.

    By Alejandra Carranza , Philip Neuffer • Jan. 8, 2025
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    Confection companies may pass higher cocoa costs on to consumers for Valentine’s Day

    The price increase comes after cocoa futures doubled in late 2024, putting pressure on food makers already paying more for the commodity.

    By Chris Casey • Jan. 7, 2025
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    How a new smart label tracks food’s supply chain journey

    Giesecke+Devrient's peel-and-stick label can help companies address product quality and traceability issues by accounting for changes in location, temperature and package tampering.

    By • Jan. 6, 2025
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    Post Holdings to buy potato company for undisclosed amount

    The purchase of Potato Products of Idaho complements the CPG company’s existing presence in spuds through foodservice and branded items such as Bob Evans sides and Simply Potatoes.

    By Christopher Doering • Jan. 6, 2025
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    Ocean carriers plan Panama Canal surcharges

    MSC and CMA CGM will implement fees for cargo traveling through the major waterway on certain trade lanes to offset increased costs.

    By Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 3, 2025
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    Food’s guide to shrinking the climate crisis: Q&A with Mark Easter

    The researcher at Colorado State University examines the environmental impact of the U.S. food system, one crop at a time.

    By David Silverberg • Jan. 2, 2025
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    Will there be another East Coast port strike in January? Experts weigh in.

    Industry observers have differing views on the likelihood of a strike, which would add to the logistics hurdles shippers are already facing.

    By Alejandra Carranza • Dec. 20, 2024
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    California declares state of emergency over bird flu

    The declaration will provide additional funding to support response efforts after 641 dairies had cows that tested positive for the virus.

    By • Dec. 19, 2024
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    USDA to strengthen oversight of meat plants after listeria recalls

    The Food Safety and Inspection Service said it will prioritize in-depth food safety reviews at ready-to-eat meat and poultry facilities, as well as other steps to protect public health.

    By • Dec. 18, 2024
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    Taylor Farms invests in European fruit and vegetable processor

    The North American salad giant is collaborating with Hessing after struggling with food recalls in the U.S.

    By • Dec. 18, 2024
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    7 ways pesticide regulation changed in 2024

    Herbicide bans and new application restrictions aimed at protecting farmworkers and the environment have also made it more difficult for farmers to manage crops.

    By • Dec. 16, 2024
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    SNAP to drive growth in food, beverage sales throughout 2025: report

    Households participating in the food assistance program spend 32% more per person compared to non-SNAP consumers, Circana data shows.

    By Peyton Bigora • Dec. 13, 2024
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    Opinion

    Where is the food tech sector headed? Cocoa and coffee alternatives provide a clue

    As alternatives to commodities gain traction, companies can create opportunities for investment in both alternative and incumbent solutions, the head of climate tech at J.P. Morgan writes.

    By Kelly Belcher • Dec. 12, 2024