US to lift Mexico cattle ban to combat high beef prices

The USDA will remove restrictions placed to contain the spread of a deadly livestock parasite as the Trump administration looks to tamp down grocery inflation.

By Sarah Zimmerman • July 29, 2026

Gap meets 2025 fabric sourcing goals, emissions cuts uneven

The retailer procured 100% of its cotton from sustainable sources in fiscal 2025 but certain emissions increased from the prior year, per its annual environmental report.

By Antone Gonsalves • July 28, 2026

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AI in Supply Chain Management

Warehouse automation, logistics management and procurement processes are just a few of the ways companies are using AI to streamline their supply chains.

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Trump’s Section 301 tariffs face lawsuit seeking removal, refunds

Two businesses argue that levies installed to address forced labor regulations are being used as a workaround to replace previously removed duties.

By Phil Neuffer • July 27, 2026

3 tips for shippers watching the USMCA review

As trade priorities change, companies need to ensure their supply chains are optimized to pivot, experts said during a panel hosted by Supply Chain Dive.

By Kelly Stroh • July 27, 2026

Iran war escalation rankles plastic supply chains

July fighting squashed the promise of a June ceasefire and the Strait of Hormuz reopening, creating a “stop-start recovery” for the flow of virgin materials as prices rise. 

By Katie Pyzyk • Updated July 24, 2026

US imposes tariffs over forced labor before global duty ends

Imports from 60 trading partners will be subject to either a 10% or 12.5% tariff, effective Friday, the same day Section 122 levies will expire.

By Phil Neuffer • July 23, 2026

TSMC makes another $100B US investment

The funding will result in four additional advanced semiconductor manufacturing facilities, bringing the company’s total in the U.S. to 12, the National Institute of Standards and Technology said.

By Jeff Kinney • July 23, 2026

Mondelēz shows uneven gains on 2025 sustainable sourcing goals

The Oreo and Ritz maker reported 100% certified sourcing for palm oil and cocoa.

By Antone Gonsalves • July 23, 2026

Trump maps out 200% tariffs for generic pharmaceuticals

The president said Tuesday he would maintain duty-free treatment for qualifying goods the next two years before hiking the tariffs in ensuing years.

By Phil Neuffer • July 22, 2026

Taylor Farms lettuce didn’t contain parasite behind diarrhea outbreak, FDA says

The agency said a previous finding was “a false positive,” but the supplier to companies such as Walmart and Taco Bell remains at the heart of an ongoing investigation.

By Phil Neuffer • July 21, 2026

JBS axes 2040 net-zero goal, citing ‘immense’ execution challenges

The meat giant will no longer aim to achieve net-zero greenhouse emissions across its supply chain by 2040 and has also dropped scope 3 reduction targets.

By Zoya Mirza • July 21, 2026

US slaps 50% tariffs on many Canada imports

The Section 338 duties apply to a wide variety of products — even if they qualify for duty-free treatment under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement.

By Antone Gonsalves • Updated July 21, 2026

Trump offers to cut aluminum tariffs in half for onshoring promises

Companies that agree to begin work on expanded aluminum production facilities by Jan. 20, 2029, will receive relief for the 50% levy under a to-be-established federal program.

By Phil Neuffer • July 20, 2026

WD-40 hit with 100% spike in some sourcing costs from Iran war

The maintenance and household products maker said effects from the conflict strained its supply chain last quarter.

By Antone Gonsalves • July 20, 2026

Taco Bell lettuce supplier linked to diarrhea outbreak

Upwards of 1,600 people who contracted cyclosporiasis reported eating at the chain beforehand, the CDC and FDA said.

By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • July 17, 2026

4 ways tariffs and geopolitics are impacting commodity markets

Metals and plastics experts also offered their perspective on the future of the United States-Mexico-Canada trade agreement during the Supply Chain Outlook event.

By Megan Quinn • July 16, 2026

Walmart bets on AI and digital twins to shape its supply chain strategy

The technology helps the retailer get products around the world, despite global conflict or weather challenges, Walmart's Indira Uppuluri said.

By Paige Gross • July 16, 2026

US tags Brazil imports with 25% tariff

The fresh levy will go into effect July 22 with exemptions for a list of goods, including those covered by Section 232 duties.

By Phil Neuffer • July 16, 2026

Osprey brand owner says high supply chain costs are outpacing IEEPA tariff refunds

Helen of Troy CFO Brian Grass said there has not been a reliable pattern to the reimbursements, making it difficult to plan investments and offset supply disruptions.

By Phil Neuffer • July 15, 2026

Marzetti taps Schwan supply chain head for CSCO

Mark Carter will oversee the speciality food maker's continued efforts to simplify its network and improve productivity.

By Antone Gonsalves • July 14, 2026

PepsiCo improves sustainable sourcing, delays emissions reporting

The company reported a four percentage point increase in sustainably sourced ingredients in 2025 but will release Scope 3 emissions metrics later this summer.

By Phil Neuffer • Updated July 14, 2026

Mars to close Nature’s Bakery plant, lay off 345 workers

The closure comes a year after the brand opened a new $237 million production facility to keep up with demand.

By Laurel Deppen • July 14, 2026

General Mills plans supply chain revamp as part of $3B cost-cutting effort

The upgrade is critical because the consumer packaged goods company’s current network was built for a lower-volume era, executives said.

By Antone Gonsalves • July 13, 2026

How restaurants can combat ingredient inconsistencies

Produce flavors can vary by time of year, geography and growing conditions, something brands address through supplier partner input and other tactics.

By Michael Brady • July 13, 2026

Tariff exemptions: Ford, Nestlé and others seek relief from proposed levies

Companies are urging the Trump administration to protect additional imports from potential Section 301 levies due to a lack of domestic availability.

By Phil Neuffer , Max Garland • Updated July 13, 2026