Biden signs executive order on securing critical supply chains
The order calls for a review of supply chains for critical goods, including pharmaceuticals and large capacity batteries.
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Tackling food insecurity in the U.S.
Millions of Americans are living without adequate access to food, and with the surging number of cases of COVID-19 nationwide we are seeing growing issues with food security. The Rockefeller Foundation recently published a report highlighting the steps the nation needs to take to combat the growing food crisis. Devon Klatell, managing director of the food initiative at the Rockefeller Foundation, joins CBSN to discuss possible solutions.
Phlow aims to revamp drug supply chain
Earlier this year, U.S. officials awarded a contract worth hundreds of millions of dollars to Phlow, a little-known Virginia company promising to revamp the way medicines are made and distributed. Michelle Miller speaks to the company's founders about their goal to manufacture affordable, generic drugs in the U.S.
Pandemic sends plant-based meat sales surging
The coronavirus pandemic caused disruptions in the meat supply chain, opening a window of opportunity for plant-based burgers. Now cattle ranches and alternative meat makers are competing for a spot on your dinner plate. Barry Petersen reports.
80% of COVID-19 critical drugs in short supply
Dozens of drugs deemed critical for COVID-19 patients are in short supply. That's in part because of an increase in demand, but CBS News also found potential key problems in the global supply chain. Consumer investigative correspondent Anna Werner shows us how the shortages could affect you now and in the future.
Why the links in the PPE supply chain "have been broken"
A large portion of the United States' PPE supply, like masks, gloves and gowns, comes from China.
Under Armour slides amid warning about coronavirus impact
Athletic gear company said its sales will fall this year as it takes a hit from the virus in China.
Delivering the goods: Drones and robots are making their way to your door
With companies offering free shipping to gain a competitive edge, radical new technologies are being tested to cut the cost of the supply chain's expensive "last mile"
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