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Cannabis: The path to legalization

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In the last fifty years, there has been increasing movement toward the legalization of cannabis, starting with a 1972 measure passed in Oregon that decriminalized possession.

Cannabis: The view from the North

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Canada legalized cannabis in October 2018. As a result, says a source knowledgeable about Canadian agriculture, “there was a real cannabis rush about two years ago.”

Cannabis: Florida takes the challenge

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In Florida, hemp has attracted a great deal of attention among growers.

Cannabis: The American Scene

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Hemp in the United States, whether grown for biomass or cannabis derivatives, has had a wild ride in recent years.

Cannabis: Illusory pot of gold or the crop of the future?

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Cannabis and hemp both come from the same plant. As its legalization continues to spread from state to state, fruit and vegetable producers may wonder if these crops fit into their growing plans—now or in the future.

Trading Assistance: Late trucks and financial damages

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Late claims require proof of failure to use reasonable dispatch and proof of resulting damages.

A broken seal and food safety concerns

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Absolutes often sound good. For example, a company that states it has “a zero-tolerance policy for food safety risk” may sound like it has strong leadership and values, and perhaps it does.

Supply Chain: Responding to the next disruption

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The rapid cascade of challenges at the outset of the pandemic last year decimated the supply chain capabilities of organizations across the fresh produce supply chain.

Supply Chain: Agility will be mandatory during the next disruption

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Until 2020, it could be argued that agility was a valuable capability that led to healthier margins, higher in-stock availability of product, and greater competitiveness for an organization.

Supply Chain: Readiness for the next disruption

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Over the last twelve months, supply chains of all types have been challenged by the Covid-19 pandemic.