Procurement

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    Hydro Flask maker aims tariff refunds at inventory, packaging

    Helen of Troy plans to spend a portion of its expected $80.5 million refund to clean stock and refresh packaging design. 

    By • Oct. 22, 2026
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    Apple expands US supplier network for iPhone materials, components

    The company added a new titanium supplier and expanded its partnership with an advanced film maker as part of a $600 billion commitment to U.S. manufacturing.

    By • Oct. 21, 2026
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    Top 5 stories from Supply Chain Dive

    Here’s how companies are navigating evolving global trade and tariff policies, rising costs and operational uncertainty across supply chain networks.

    By Supply Chain Dive staff
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    Primo Brands opens first new factory post merger

    The Arkansas plant will increase production for sparkling water brand Mountain Valley as demand for premium beverages surges.

    By Laurel Deppen • Oct. 21, 2026
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    Trump’s 50% Canada tariffs challenged in court

    A lawsuit filed Tuesday with the Court of International Trade alleges the president exceeded his power in using a 96-year-old statute to impose tariffs.

    By • Oct. 20, 2026
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    US semiconductor supply chain relies on vulnerable, hidden inputs

    To guard against disruptions, the Semiconductor Industry Association called for closer government-industry collaboration to address targets for onshoring and stockpiling.

    By Jeff Kinney • Oct. 20, 2026
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    Texas sues Nestlé’s Gerber over alleged heavy metals in baby food

    Gerber says it employs “careful ingredient sourcing, supplier requirements, testing and quality controls" to reduce heavy metal levels in its products.

    By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 20, 2026
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    How Whataburger’s CSCO diversified suppliers to curb inflation — and fought fires along the way

    The burger chain has worked to diversify its partner network, as well as tackle the rising cost of beef and diesel fuel.

    By • Oct. 20, 2026
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    Few major apparel brands pay garment workers a living wage: report

    Out of 110 clothing brands — including Adidas, Chanel and Zara — only four disclose workers’ wage levels at garment factories in their supply chains, a new report from Clean Clothes Campaign found.

    By Lauren Schenkman • Oct. 19, 2026
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    From library to logistics: Cathy Morrow Roberson shares career insights

    “There are so many more opportunities today than there were when I started my business," the managing director of Logistics Trends & Insights told Supply Chain Dive.

    By • Oct. 16, 2026
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    Lego taps e-methanol to make certain products, cut reliance on fossil fuels

    The Danish toymaker said it has started using low-carbon fuel to produce over 90 components like steering wheels, connectors and Minifigure hands to reduce its dependency on virgin fossil fuel.

    By Zoya Mirza • Oct. 16, 2026
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    5 trends defining consumer electronics supply chains

    Fighting the memory supply crisis is front and center, pushing companies to refine planning practices and rethink product mix and logistics tactics.

    By • Oct. 15, 2026
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    GlobalFoundries building $21B New York fabs under US-Japan trade deal

    The multibillion-dollar agreement will accelerate U.S. semiconductor manufacturing, strengthen critical supply chains and support growing automotive and industrial demand, GlobalFoundries said in a news release.

    By Jeff Kinney • Oct. 15, 2026
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    Why Yum! Brands is deepening supplier relationships

    The restaurant company has built a network of suppliers that are “ready to flex with us” if disruption strikes, Chief Supply Chain Officer Eric Craft said.

    By • Oct. 14, 2026
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    Has Washington’s approach to manufacturing incentives really changed?

    In addition to tariffs, the Trump administration has taken a more sector-specific approach to incentives compared to the Biden administration. A recent Department of Commerce report laid out the current tools available.

    By Keesa Schreane • Oct. 14, 2026
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    Taylor Farms halts central Mexico sourcing after Cyclospora outbreak

    The company will no longer harvest and process lettuce from the region between May and August, a period the CDC deems the cyclosporiasis season.

    By • Oct. 13, 2026
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    BD strikes supply chain pact with Trump administration

    BD plans to increase U.S. production of essential medical consumables in exchange for relief from future tariffs on its products.

    By Susan Kelly • Oct. 12, 2026
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    Levi’s to use part of $80M tariff refund for supply chain

    The jeans maker plans to spend three-fourths of the levy recovery on distribution, logistics, marketing and promotional activities, an executive said.

    By • Oct. 12, 2026
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    Federal court clears way for class-action suit against IEEPA tariffs

    By certifying a class of importers this week, the Court of International Trade seeks to ensure all businesses that paid the illegal levies receive reimbursements.

    By • Oct. 9, 2026
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    Molson Coors taps chief supply chain officer for Americas

    Matthew Hook will step into the role on Oct. 12 with a mandate of continuing to modernize operations and boost service levels.

    By • Oct. 8, 2026
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    Trump unveils plans to build $15B steel mill in Iowa

    Mesabi Metallics’ steel facility will be the largest in the U.S., creating 1,750 jobs and adding 10 million tons of annual production capacity. The company is also investing $3 billion to complete an iron ore mine in Minnesota.

    By Nathan Owens • Oct. 8, 2026
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    CBP starts paying out IEEPA tariff refunds for finally liquidated entries

    However, for now, the agency can only reimburse businesses that submitted a valid importer of record number by July 30.

    By • Oct. 8, 2026
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    McCormick cites higher freight, input costs in lifting inflation forecast

    The spice and seasoning maker is mitigating the impact through pricing and productivity measures, as well as the acquisition of a Mexico subsidiary.

    By • Oct. 7, 2026
  • U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer raises his hands while speaking during a Senate Finance Committee hearing on July 22, 2026 in Washington, D.C.
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    USTR initiates next stage of USMCA review

    The agency is seeking public comment as part of the annual review process triggered by the U.S.’ decision not to extend the pact this summer.

    By • Oct. 7, 2026
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    Cal-Maine points to egg supply, demand rebalance

    Fewer hatched chicks from breeder eggs and a reduction in U.S. flock are helping ease the current glut, President and CEO Sherman Miller said.

    By • Oct. 6, 2026
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    Top supply chain conferences of 2027

    Next year’s trade shows will spotlight artificial intelligence and technology insights, sustainability strategies, and how to navigate trade and logistics risks.

    By • Updated Oct. 12, 2026