2025’s logistics risks include tariffs, labor strife Potential disruptions could pressure costs and reliability across transport modes. Here’s what supply chain experts are watching this year. The new year will introduce a bevy of challenges for shippers’ logistics strategies. President-elect Donald Trump’s push for higher tariffs, potential labor disruptions and pricing pressures are among the developments supply chain managers will have to navigate in 2025. No transport mode will be spared, with carriers in the ocean, air, rail, truck and parcel delivery spaces all grappling with their share of complexities. Supply Chain Dive spoke with several experts about 2025’s logistics risks and how shippers...

Guatemalan melons hit historic pricing highs Supplies of all varieties of melons from Guatemala are tight right now. “Supplies have been challenging for a number of reasons, but primarily weather,” says Garrett Patricio, president of Westside Produce, adding that the weather has been a combination of periods of rain alternating with bouts of dry stretches. There have also been periods of cooler temperatures which slows the maturity of the fruit. “The cycle of weather has created its own issue.” While there are normal challenges to the supply at this time of year including pests and quality control and ensuring that...

Peruvian blueberry exports up 53% in 2024/2025 with extended harvest The 2024/2025 campaign of the Peruvian blueberry sector has achieved an extended duration and a leveled production curve, attributed to delayed pruning practices and the introduction of new varietals. This strategic adjustment has allowed for an elongation of the harvesting period, surpassing previous seasons in terms of growth recovery and production output. As the industry transitions into the 2025/2026 season, early metrics indicate a promising outlook. By the first week of 2025, the campaign has witnessed the shipment of 283.822 tons of blueberries to global markets, marking a 53% increase...

Egypt becomes Europe’s second-largest fresh produce exporter with 7% growth in 2023/2024 Egypt has emerged as Europe’s second-largest exporter of fresh vegetables and fruits for the export season spanning from September 2023 to August 2024, delivering 917,000 tons, marking a 7% growth compared to the previous year, as per EU data. Citrus fruits were at the forefront of this export surge, with a total of 500,000 tons, reflecting an 8% increase. Following citrus, sweet potatoes were exported at 117,000 tons, onions at 94,600 tons, and grapes at 58,000 tons. To read the full report, please visit Egypt becomes Europe’s second-largest...

Five produce-focused food trends for 2025 The annual race to predict the next year’s food trends happens earlier and earlier every year. While Whole Foods typically leads off with the first big list in October, Midwest Grocer Fresh Thyme Market jumped ahead with what I’d call a very practical and down-to-earth list. I keep them all for when it’s time for me to throw some spaghetti of my own at the wall to see what sticks. I usually try to bring together a few overarching themes, along with some specifics. For example, last year, I discussed the difference between micro-...

Navigating the Ecommerce Evolution: How Brands are Adapting to Stay Ahead Ecommerce is evolving at lightning speed. To thrive, brands are staying agile by tracking trends, analyzing customer data and embracing new technologies – think AI and social commerce. Recently, BigCommerce and Retail Dive’s studioID surveyed 155 retail executives from industries, including fashion, electronics and manufacturing. These leaders, from companies with revenues ranging from $1 million to over $1 billion, shared how they’re navigating the shifting landscape and using innovative strategies to meet changing consumer demands. This report features the results of this survey and explores how industry leaders are shaping...