Procurement


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    Trump preps for tariffs on Iran’s trading partners

    The president, who previously threatened 25% levies on countries "doing business" with Iran, is tasking cabinet officials with assessing the need for such duties.

    By Feb. 6, 2026
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    Commerce hits China, Vietnam with duties for molded fiber products

    Some producers could face duties of up to 540% on certain molded fiber bowls, clamshells and other products, according to the American Molded Fiber Coalition.

    By Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 6, 2026
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    Supply Chain Technology Adoption

    Retailers and manufacturers are increasingly employing artificial intelligence, digital twins and traceability systems to improve visibility and operational performance.

    By Supply Chain Dive staff
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    US formalizes trade framework deals with Argentina, El Salvador, Guatemala

    The pacts solidify tariff exemptions, including for goods from Guatemala and El Salvador abiding by the Dominican Republic-Central America Free Trade Agreement.

    By Feb. 6, 2026
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    EU renews efforts to advance US tariff deal after Trump reverses threats

    The bloc will continue work on the framework pact after U.S. President Donald Trump rescinded plans to enact levies to advance his campaign to annex Greenland.

    By Feb. 5, 2026
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    Eli Lilly plans $3.5B weight-loss drug factory

    The Pennsylvania facility, part of a larger initiative to boost U.S. operations, will help the company meet increasing demand, according to CEO David Ricks.

    By Nathan Owens • Feb. 5, 2026
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    How grocers are taking charge of food traceability requirements

    Walmart and Kroger are among the retailers setting stricter standards that go beyond the federal requirements.

    By Catherine Douglas Moran • Feb. 4, 2026
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    Trump launches $12B critical mineral reserve to curb foreign reliance

    The federal initiative will build the stockpile with government-backed financing and private partners to protect key U.S. industries from supply shocks.

    By Feb. 3, 2026
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    US, India reach framework deal to lower tariffs

    The two countries “will promptly implement” the pact that would lower levies on goods from India to 18%, according to a joint statement from the White House.

    By , Updated Feb. 6, 2026
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    Manufacturing sector expands in January, reaching highest point in four years: PMI

    Orders and production drove the industry’s expansion, as businesses submitted requests to restock shelves or get ahead of tariffs, according to the Institute for Supply Management.

    By Feb. 2, 2026
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    PepsiCo exec: Mentorship, development pave supply chain career paths

    Industry leaders play a critical role in removing barriers and encouraging inclusivity, according to SVP of Field Supply Chain Darcy Arata.

    By Feb. 2, 2026
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    Top supply chain risks and trends to follow in 2026

    Explore how tariff changes, key supply shortages and volatile logistics capacity will test network resilience in this roundup of deep dives from Supply Chain Dive.

    By Jan. 30, 2026
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    Trump targets countries selling oil to Cuba with potential tariffs

    Cabinet members will determine the extent of levies for countries that ship crude oil and petroleum products to the Caribbean nation, per an executive order.

    By Jan. 30, 2026
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    McCormick tackles $50M tariff hit through pricing, other measures

    The spice maker will stick with its 2025 playbook to mitigate tariff impacts this year, including alternative sourcing and other supply chain initiatives.

    By Jan. 30, 2026
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    Trump warns of 50% tariff on Canada aircraft

    The U.S. president said the duties would be implemented if Canada doesn't fully certify four Gulfstream jet models but didn't give a precise timeline.

    By Jan. 30, 2026
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    Chipmakers have mixed reactions to Trump’s phase-one tariffs

    Nvidia supported Trump’s plan to implement 25% duties on certain AI chips, while others remain quiet.

    By Nathan Owens • Jan. 28, 2026
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    Supply chain shortages: What’s at risk in 2026?

    Procurement teams will be tested by constraints touching critical minerals, memory chips, beef and other supplies throughout the year.

    By Jan. 28, 2026
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    Trump vows to hike South Korea tariffs to 25%

    The U.S. president said he would raise levies, including those on cars, because South Korea’s National Assembly has not enacted terms of a framework trade deal.

    By Jan. 27, 2026
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    GM’s Buick Envision production shifting from China to US in 2028

    Onshoring production is designed in part to mitigate tariffs driving up the price of the compact SUV.

    By Jan. 26, 2026
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    Trump threatens 100% tariff to stymie Canada-China trade pact

    The president said the levy on Canada imports would go into effect immediately should the country consummate a preliminary trade agreement with China announced earlier this month.

    By Updated Jan. 26, 2026
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    Trump reverses tariff threat on European countries

    U.S. President Donald Trump said the levies scheduled to begin Feb. 1 were unnecessary after reaching a framework deal with NATO regarding Greenland.

    By Jan. 21, 2026
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    Danone invests $4M to expand Texas plant amid yogurt boom

    The Fort Worth expansion aims to scale production at a facility that makes Danimals, Activia and YoCrunch.

    By Christopher Doering • Jan. 21, 2026
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    EU halts US trade deal over Trump’s Greenland campaign

    The bloc voted Wednesday to suspend its efforts to cement terms of the framework pact after Trump threatened to raise tariffs on six member countries.

    By Updated Jan. 22, 2026
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    OpenAI seeks US suppliers for AI supply chain

    The AI giant launched an RFP seeking domestic suppliers to build out AI hardware, robotics components and data center capacity.

    By Jan. 20, 2026
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    Trump threatens tariffs on 8 countries in push for Greenland

    The U.S. president said the levy on Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the U.K., the Netherlands and Finland would start at 10% on Feb. 1. 

    By Jan. 17, 2026
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    Canada to reduce tariffs on China EVs

    The lower levies are part of a broader trade pact that Canada says will drive investment in electric vehicle supply chains, protect jobs and bolster agricultural exports to China.

    By Jan. 16, 2026