Sequestration Means Grim Cuts for FDA

Sequestration Means Grim Cuts for FDA

February 28, 2013

Unless the White House and Congress can agree to a last minute deal, the so-called sequestration cuts will go into effect today with grim consequences for the FDA and other government agencies. To read more, click HERE.

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Warehouse Automation: How Much Automation is Too Much?

When implemented in the right way – and in the right place – warehouse automation can be just right.

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Progressive Insurance Announces New Cargo Plus Coverage for For-Hire Truckers

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Why Cold Food Chains Must Survive Amid Rising Tariffs

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Impact of New Tariffs on the Food Industry

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Roambee Unveils Risk Planning AI Platform to Navigate Tariff Uncertainty

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U.S. Import and Export Volumes to Experience Cliff Event Similar to COVID-19 Response

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Emerging Regions May Offer Opportunities for Global Trade: QIMA Study

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How EU Tariffs on U.S. Grains Could Reshape Global Food Supply Chains

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Truckstop Survey Reveals Trust is Top Priority for Brokers in 2025

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Trump Administration’s Tariff Mandates: Rundown, Implications and Freight Impact

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Why Advanced Weather Modeling Must Be Part of Overall TMS Outlook

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Claims Report to Simplify Rules of Origin Under USMCA

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Drought Hotspots to Impact Agricultural Industry Nationwide

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FSMA 204 Food Traceability Solutions

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Machine Guarding System with Built-In Safety Intelligence

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Quickcode’s New Features to Simplify Tariff Compliance

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Combination Sweeper-Scrubber to Optimize Every Stage of Cleaning Process

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Enhancing Food Transportation Safety with Video Telematics

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