Dairy deals with a transportation slowdown

Higher fuel prices and fewer drivers are making it increasingly difficult for processors to overcome supply chain inefficiencies.

Richard Mitchell

May 6, 2022

Dairy processors seeking to transport products in the most effective manner are facing a bumpy road.

Two ways Congress could help alleviate trucking challenges

IDFA urges passage of the DRIVE-Safe Act and an increase in the federal interstate gross vehicle weight limit.

J. David Carlin

February 24, 2022

IDFA urges passage of the DRIVE-Safe Act and an increase in the federal interstate gross vehicle weight limit.

Dairy to hit the reset button for 2022

Our industry has shown itself to be resilient during the pandemic, and we are working with our dairy industry leaders to position dairy for the future.

Michael Dykes

December 1, 2021

So much has changed in the dairy industry in the past two years that it can be difficult to assess.

Consider alternative fuels for your fleet

Government rules and programs affect dairy processors and their fleets. For example, there is the call to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve fuel efficiency of medium- and heavy-duty trucks beginning in 2017.

Walter Weart

February 19, 2013

By now, we all know that the Mayans weren’t correct. The world did not end on Dec. 21, 2012, but anyone involved in trucking is certainly facing a number of problems and might feel as though the Mayans were onto something.

Dairy Fleet Smart program saves fuel

Jim Mulvenna

January 15, 2013

Sustainability is not solely focused on environmental impact but also includes economic and social impact — the triple bottom line that creates healthy people, healthy communities and a healthy planet. If a solution is good for the environment but not economically feasible, it is not sustainable from a business standpoint.

Dairy processors need to address a number of threats to ensure the highest level of food safety within their processing facilities. Two of those threats are cybersecurity concerns and less-than-optimal hygienic practices.

Your dairy facility provides the perfect environment for flies, cockroaches, ants, and more to setup residence – and potentially damaging to your bottom line and products. Join the pest experts at IFC to discover strategies to stop pest risks at your facility.

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Dairy deals with a transportation slowdown

Two ways Congress could help alleviate trucking challenges

Dairy to hit the reset button for 2022

Consider alternative fuels for your fleet

Dairy Fleet Smart program saves fuel

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