UK accused of abandoning farmers amid Iran War and climate crisis
#SupplyChain #ClimateJusticeUK government criticized as 'missing in action' for failing to announce overdue supply chain rules. Millions of smallholder farmers face climate change and Iran war impacts, needing mandatory human rights and environmental due diligence laws for fair treatment. read more
Iran War Ink Shortage Turns Japanese Snacks Black-and-White
#SupplyChain #JapanJapanese snack maker Calbee switches to black-and-white packaging for 14 products due to ink shortages from the Iran war, affecting chips and cereal exports to US, China, and Australia. read more
China supply chains strained by Iran conflict
#ChinaEconomy #SupplyChainChina faces supply chain disruptions from the U.S.-Israel-Iran war despite avoiding direct energy shock. Beijing struggles to protect its manufacturing networks, highlighting vulnerability to global conflicts. Economic impact spreads through trade routes and raw material shortages. read more
Amazon Adds Fuel Surcharge for Sellers
#AmazonFees #SupplyChainAmazon is imposing a temporary 3.5% fuel surcharge on its FBA sellers in the US and Canada, effective April 17. The fee aims to offset rising logistics costs, and may lead to higher prices for consumers. read more
Oils New Era: Cheap Fuel Is Gone For Good
#OilCrisis #SupplyChainWar fallout has closed the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting 20% of global oil transit. Rising costs and supply chain friction suggest the era of cheap oil may be over, permanently raising prices for fuel and everyday goods. read more
Iran Conflict Sparks US Fertilizer Crisis
#FarmingCrisis #SupplyChainThe Iran war disrupts global fertilizer supply, spiking prices for US farmers. A Tennessee farmer faces a $100,000 increase. Shipping slowdowns in the Strait of Hormuz worsen existing shortages, threatening spring planting and farm profits nationwide. read more