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Every year, global logistics companies move millions of tonnes of frozen food at a temperature of -18°C. But did you know that this temperature standard was established almost a century ago, despite technology having evolved significantly in the decades since? The #MoveToMinus15 is an industry-wide coalition exploring the feasibility of shifting the way frozen food is stored and transported around the world from -18°C to -15°C. But no one company can make this change alone. Underpinned by independent academic research, our aim is to collaborate with industry to redefine frozen food temperature standards to cut greenhouse gases and lower supply chain costs – a small change that can make a big impact. To find out more, visit our website: https://lnkd.in/eEABxgC9 #ColdChain #Logistics

Title: Navigating the Global Demand for Food: A Closer Look at Supply Chain Efficiency In today's world, feeding the 5000 isn't just a miracle—it's a necessity. Efficient supply chain management plays a vital role in meeting the ever-growing global food demands. Consider these key points: - Just as Jesus multiplied the loaves and fishes, supply chain efficiency maximizes resources, minimizing waste and ensuring food reaches those in need. - From field to table, a well-managed supply chain streamlines production, transportation, and distribution, ultimately impacting food security worldwide. - Collaborative efforts among farmers, manufacturers, retailers, and consumers are crucial in establishing a resilient food supply network that can withstand challenges and disruptions. - Embracing technology and data analytics can enhance visibility and traceability, optimizing the journey of food products, from harvest to consumption. - As we reflect on the story of abundance and provision, let us remember our responsibility to steward the Earth's resources wisely through effective supply chain practices. Together, let's rise to the challenge of feeding the multitude, ensuring no one is left hungry in a world of plenty. #SupplyChainEfficiency #GlobalFoodDemands #FoodSecurity

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Imagine: You’re at a restaurant. Your food arrives. But before you take that first bite, you scrape a third of your meal into a tableside trashcan. Ridiculous, right? But that’s essentially what happens in the U.S., where 30-40% of food produced ends up going to waste. And a fair amount of that loss occurs during transport due to temperature control issues. Writing in Food Logistics, #EROAD's Travis Ross discusses advanced technologies that are strengthening the transportation link in the cold chain, helping carriers minimize lost loads while cutting costs and boosting efficiency. “Adopting advanced reefer monitoring and control tools empowers carriers to transform their cold chain operations,” he writes. “In addition to reducing financial losses from rejected loads, these technologies can go a long way toward curbing transportation-related food waste.” Check out the full article here: https://bit.ly/4c2EJOA #reefer #coldchain #telematics

MAPPING FOOD FLOW NETWORKS AND THE FOOD SUPPLY CHAIN, PART 2 The United States plays a key role in a highly integrated global food system. Domestic transportation is key to the efficiency and resilience of domestic and international supply chains, making it important to understand its patterns. Further, food supply chains within the U.S. propagate and attenuate shocks, embody resources, and depend upon local infrastructure. Thus, estimates of how high-resolution food flows vary in time would enable a better assessment of risks in food supply chains, critical infrastructure, and sustainability. In part 2 of Mapping Food Flow Networks and the Food Supply Chain, we evaluate how those fine-grained food flows vary in time — from 2007 to 2012 to 2017. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gSRcBHVE #food #supplychains #infrastructure #transportation #sustainability

A game-changing initiative could result in a 5% to 11% reduction in energy costs. A global alliance is considering resetting the standard of cold chain logistics by transporting food/perishables at -15°C instead of -18°C. 🔥 Transporting frozen food at -18°C has been the norm for 93 years. However, increasing the temperature by just 3°C can save 17.7 million metric tonnes of CO2 each year, equivalent to the emissions of 3.8 million cars. 📌 Research from the International Institute of Refrigeration, the University of Birmingham, and London South Bank University reveals that 2%-3% more energy is required for every degree below zero. 📣 Led by DPA and supported by logistics giants like Kuehne + Nagel, Maersk, and MSC, this initiative has already garnered support from over 60% of the shipping industry. Once approved, it will be a major step toward shipping sustainability. 🌳🌾 #supplychain #sustainability #coldchain

The 2024 ReFED Food Waste Solutions Summit is underway! If you’re in Baltimore, make sure to check out the “From A to B: Streamlining Supply Chain Logistics to Tackle Food Waste” during break out session 3 tomorrow (Thursday) at 10:30am. Our founder and CEO Billy Marcus will be a panelist. More details in the comments. #foodwastesummit24

Great blog here on the benefits of time & temperature indicators. "Time and temperature control are the cornerstones of a successful cold chain process. When it comes to ensuring food arrives in pristine condition, every second and degree matter." If you're curious to learn more about the Evigence Freshness Monitoring offering for cold chain, let's chat!

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What does it take to build a more resilient circular food supply chain? Collaboration comes to mind. To find out more check out the latest NETZRO blog post. #upcycledfood #climatesolutions #foodwaste #circularfoodeconomy https://ow.ly/fx1S50PonXU