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Ukraine’s Farmers Fight to Stave Off Global Food Crisis

It’s hard to overstate the importance of farming in Ukraine, as countries reliant on its crops scramble to find alternative supplies.

Sunflowers in a field at dusk. Photo: Getty.

The Risks and Rewards of Automating Agriculture

In recent years, farmers and other food suppliers have recognized the need for technology modernization. But they’ve been slower to recognize the importance of cybersecurity.

Photo: Bloomberg

Texas Governor’s Border Slowdown Cost $4 Billion, Research Shows

Texas’s economy took a more than $4 billion hit in April after Governor Greg Abbott’s order to ramp up on security at the border resulted in shipping delays and bridge blockades, according to a new analysis.

Trucks travel across the World Trade International Bridge in Laredo, Texas. Photo: Bloomberg.

A New Way to Ship Alcohol Could Eliminate Single-Use Bottles

Many efforts to reduce waste in the beverage industry have concentrated on recycling the billions of plastic containers, aluminum cans and glass bottles used each year. But one of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to cut emissions, energy and consumption of raw materials is to rethink the way drinks are packaged and transported.

A bartender pours a glass of Havana Club rum, produced by Pernod Ricard SA, in Paris, France. Photo: Bloomberg.

Produce Worth Millions Gets Stuck in Blockade by Mexico Truckers

Grocery stores in some parts of the U.S. are expected to run out of certain perishable goods Easter weekend because of a Mexican truckers’ blockade that has stranded millions of dollars worth of fresh produce.

A close up view of avocados. Photo: Canva.

Here’s How China’s Lockdowns Are Rippling Through Economy

China’s lockdowns to contain the country’s worst Covid outbreak since early 2020 have battered the economy, stalling production in major cities like Shanghai and adding pressure to global inflation.

An aerial view of the Port of Shanghai in Shanghai, China. Photo: Getty Images.

Truck Blockade at U.S.-Mexico Border Imperils $440 Billion Trade

A Mexican truck blockade at a key Texas bridge is diverting U.S.-bound cargoes to far-flung crossings, worsening shipping snarls and raising the specter of delivery disruptions for everything from avocados to auto parts.

A U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer stands next to a line of trucks entering from Mexico at the Otay Mesa Cargo Port of Entry in San Diego, California. Photo: Bloomberg.

Supply Chain Traceability and Rising Trends in AI

Growing concerns over food quality are prompting producers to adopt technology that makes possible full traceability of product origin.

Soaring Prices Are Changing the Way People Eat

With the world economy already shackled by Covid-related shortages and now reeling from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, prices of such basics as bread, meat and cooking oils have jumped across the world, sending shock waves through the commodity markets and damaging the global food system.

A farmer fertilizes his crop in Guna, Madhya Pradesh, India. Photo: Bloomberg.

Ukraine Sunflower Oil Crisis Hits Food From Chips to Cookies

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has disrupted the supply of almost half of the world’s sunflower oil exports, forcing companies to turn to less desirable alternatives such as palm oil in products ranging from potato chips to cookies.

Chocolate chip cookies cool on a baking sheet. Photo: Lee Torrens/ Canva.

Three Ways Food Companies Can Safeguard Their Supply Chains

Supply chain issues are likely to persist through mid 2022, if not longer. That said, there are some steps that manufacturers can take to mitigate the current hurdles.

Canadian Pacific Rail Halts Operations After Labor Talks Fail

One of Canada’s largest railways is winding down operations after failing to reach a labor deal with unionized workers.

A Canadian Pacific Railway train leaves Hardisty, Alberta, Canada. Photo: Bloomberg.

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