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Food Logistics is the only publication exclusively dedicated to covering the movement of product through the food supply chain. In every issue, we write about the news, trends and best practices that will help grocery and foodservice manufacturers and distributors make better business decisions.

Our subscribers are true decision-makers. With more than 24,000 subscribers, Food Logistics reaches corporate level executives at food warehouse and distribution centers, as well as on-site vice presidents, directors and managers. These executives make the critical buying decisions for the products, services and technologies that transport, store and track product throughout the food supply chain.

With so many logistics-related publications around, you may wonder why there's a need for a magazine devoted to the food industry. In fact, the food industry—a $1.09 trillion* Goliath—is one of the largest and fastest growing in the world. A study found the industry has a more than $2 trillion** impact on the overall economy, taking into account the huge amount of spending on related supply chain activities, as well as other industries, such as ranching, farming and real estate.

Food Logistics covers your products, technologies and services from the food industry perspective: our targeted editorial talks to your most promising prospects.

With Food Logistics, grocery and foodservice manufacturers and distributors can count on focused editorial content, specific to their needs. Our seasoned editorial staff keeps readers up-to-date on the latest trends in:

    • Warehousing and material handling
    • Transportation
    • Information technology
    • Third-party and refrigerated logistics

If you are providing logistics products, services or software to the food industry, there's no better magazine to deliver your message than Food Logistics. Let us connect you to the decision makers.

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Editorial Calendar

2012 Editorial Calendar

January/February Double Issue Ad Close: 1/23/12 Material Due: 1/31/12
Special Reports	Warehouse Automation: Advanced Picking Solutions Fleet Manager’s Guide: Compliance: From CSA to HOS
Key Features	Third-Party/Refrigerated Logistics: Multi-Vendor Consolidation
Sector Reports	Warehousing: Robotics Transportation: Routing Systems Software & Technology: WMS: The Next Generation
Bonus Distribution/Trade Shows	• International Warehouse and Logistics Association (IWLA) – Annual Convention

March Ad Close: 2/24/12 Material Due: 3/5/12
Special Reports	The Global Food Supply Chain: And it’s impact on your business Food Logistics’ Top 10 Logistics Innovators: Innovations that are changing the industry
Key Features	Third-Party/Refrigerated Logistics: Ports and the Cold Chain
Status Reports	Warehousing: Dock Equipment Transportation: Air Cargo Software & Technology: RFID & RTLS
Bonus Distribution/Trade Shows	• IARW-WFLO Annual Conference • United Fresh Produce Association • Warehousing & Education Research Council Annual Conference (WERC) • RFID Journal LIVE!

April/May Double Issue Ad Close: 4/13/12 Material Due: 4/23/12
Special Reports	Perishables Logistics: Strategic transportation Retrofitting The DC: Get bigger (and better)
Key Features	Third-Party/Refrigerated Logistics: Public Refrigerated Warehouses Update
Status Reports	Warehousing: Pallets, Packages & Containers Transportation: Bulk & Liquid Bulk Software & Technology: Load Planning
Bonus Distribution/Trade Shows	• Logistics and Supply Chain Forum • Food Logistics Forum • NLS Food Chain Summit

June Ad Close: 5/14/12 Material Due: 5/22/12
Special Reports	Sustainability in the Refrigerated Warehouse: The best green practices Food Logistics’ Top 20 Green Providers: Industry leaders in sustainability
Key Features	Third-Party/Refrigerated Logistics: Reverse Logistics
Status Reports	Warehousing: Choosing the Right Lift Trucks Transportation: Alternative Fuel Vehicles Software & Technology: TMS: The Latest & Greatest
Bonus Distribution/Trade Shows	• IQPC Cold Chain

July/ August Double Issue Ad Close: 7/16/12 Material Due: 7/24/12
Special Reports	Food Safety Audits: Preparing for success Intermodal Rail: Integrating rail/intermodal into operations
Key Features	Third-Party/Refrigerated Logistics: Food Logistics’ 2012 Resource Directory: Top 100 3PLs and Cold Storage Providers
Status Reports	Warehousing: Automation Transportation: Refrigerated Trailers Software & Technology: Voice Solutions
Bonus Distribution/Trade Shows	• IFDA—2012 Distribution Solutions Conference

September Ad Close: 8/20/12 Material Due: 8/28/12
Special Reports	Food Logistics’ Annual Safety Issue: Raising the bar on safety Facility Security: How vulnerable is your DC?
Key Features	Third-Party/Refrigerated Logistics: Outsourcing
Status Reports	Warehousing: AS/RS Transportation: A Greener Fleet Software & Technology: Cloud Computing
Bonus Distribution/Trade Shows	• IFDA—2012 Distribution Solutions Conference • CSCMP Annual Global Conference

October Ad Close: 9/13/12 Material Due: 9/21/12
Special Reports	Warehouse Manager’s Handbook: Improving productivity inside the 4 walls Product Recall: Tips from the experts
Key Features	Third-Party/Refrigerated Logistics: Handling Specialty Produce
Status Reports	Warehousing: Lift Truck Technology Transportation: Telematics and EOBRs Software & Technology: Labor Management Solutions
Bonus Distribution/Trade Shows	• Pack Expo 2012

November/ December Double Issue Ad Close: 11/08/12 Material Due: 11/19/12
Special Reports	Food Logistics’ FL 100 Top Solution Providers: Industry leaders in software and technology The Future of Food Logistics: Trends to watch in 2013
Key Features	Third-Party/Refrigerated Logistics: Managing the Cold Chain
Status Reports	Warehousing: Cubing and Weighing Transportation: Reefers & Ocean Cargo Software & Technology: Mobile Devices
Bonus Distribution/Trade Shows	• ProMat 2013
* To nominate your company or another company, go to www.FoodLogistics.com. There is no submission cost.

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2012 Print Rates

Food Logistics' publishes each issue in print and electronically using the e-Book, an exact replica of the printed magazine.

AGENCY COMMISSION

15% of gross to recognized Advertising Agencies submitting material to specifications. Commission is disallowed if payment is not submitted within 30 days of invoice date. Commission applies to space , color and position charges. No agency commission on production or handling charges.

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Production charges may be billed at a rate of $85 per hour if applicable. Interest will be charged if an invoice is not paid within 30 days. The rates are only guaranteed for the frequency herein. Changes and cancellations must be made in writing. No cancellations permitted after closing date. Contract frequencies not met may receive a short rate. Cygnus Business Media is not responsible for either the content or the opinions expressed within paid advertisements, or for any errors they may contain. Publisher reserves the right to reject any advertisement deemed unsuitable for publication. Recognized advertising agencies are allowed 15% of gross billing, provided account is paid in full within 30 days.

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Full pg no bleed	7" w x 9 3/4" h
Full pg bleed size	8" w x 11" h
Full pg Spread no bleed	15" w x 9 3/4" h
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2/3 pg no bleed	4 5/8" w x 9 3/4" h
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1/2 pg Island no bleed	4 5/8" w x 7 1/2" h
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1/2 pg horiz no bleed	7" w x 4 7/8" h
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1/2 pg vert no bleed	3 3/8" w x 9 3/4" h
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1/4 pg horizontal	7" w x 2 1/4" h
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