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Inequity in the agri-food chain and waste of food

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

The article entitled “Inequity in the agri-food chain and waste of food” analyzes the topic of food waste using the case specific to fruit production in the Spanish city of Lleida, arguing that this does not depend on the level of modernization of its chain logistics in terms of technology, but it is a problem of power within it.

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Key Takeaways from Oracle CloudWorld 2023

Logistics Viewpoints

This year, Mr. Ellison spun a vision of how the global agricultural industry’s value chain could be reconstructed to improve the quality of food while making the industry much more sustainable. According to Mr. Ellison, food grown indoors with AI powered greenhouses has the potential to use 98% less water and 90% less land.

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Navigating the Produce Supply Chain

Blue Grace Logistics

Effective forecasting and communication among industry participants, along with flexible supply chain strategies, are crucial for minimizing food waste and ensuring economic sustainability in the agricultural sector. Sustainable Practices in Produce Logistics Sustainability is at the forefront of the modern food industry.

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BNSF Railway joins blockchain alliance

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BNSF will work with other members of BiTA to determine data for freight transportation blockchain. The alliance will also study the formatting and structuring of data, helping to apply the apply blockchain as per the requirement. Image: BNSF became the first class I railroad to join the Blockchain in Transport Alliance.

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The Cold Chain is a Top Opportunity for Third-Party Logistics Providers

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If you have foods or medicines that are shipped or stored outside of specified temperature parameters, the safety of consumers can be put at risk. The 26 th Annual Third-Party Logistics Study – sponsored by NTT Data, Penske, and Penn State – was released a week ago. This is a report I read every year.

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Why Large Companies Increasingly Opt for 4PL Services

Logistics Bureau

It is at this level that 4PL providers come into their own, making use of digital technologies such as big data and cloud computing to maintain visibility in every link in the supply chain. According to a study by The Insight Partners , the global 4PL market was valued in terms of revenue at $56,472.1 Agriculture. Technology.

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How to Get Your Forklift License: The Ultimate Guide [New in 2020]

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What do I need to study? Bonus Tip : The Fair Labor Standards Act prohibits anyone under 18 years old from operating forklifts in non-agricultural environments. Interact with other students: Get a more well-rounded learning experience by studying alongside others. What a “data plate” is and how to read one.

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