Improving the Export Distribution System for Fresh Fruits and Vegetables

T. Q. Hutchinson, Linwood Hoffman and R. L. Parlett

No 313764, Marketing Research Reports from United States Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing Service, Transportation and Marketing Program

Abstract: Effectiveness of the distribution system involved in supplying Western Europe with fresh fruits and vegetables produced in the Western United States is examined. All transportation modes are considered, least-cost routings are offered and the potentials for reducing costs and improving service discussed.

Keywords: Agricultural and Food Policy; Crop Production/Industries; International Relations/Trade; Marketing; Research and Development/Tech Change/Emerging Technologies (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Pages: 86
Date: 1974-08
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DOI: 10.22004/ag.econ.313764

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