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Extreme
Weather
Calendar
Hurricanes
Tornadoes
Derecho
Drought
Harmattan Winds
Med Drought
Indian Monsoon
Indian Ocean Cyclones
Typhoons
Weather Events
HOW CAN TRACKING THIS MAKE A DIFFERENCE?
By anticipating and responding to weather-related challenges,
procurement leaders can mitigate potential disruptions, reduce
wastage, and maintain stable pricing, ultimately ensuring the
consistent supply of quality products to their markets.
Extreme weather data tracking directly impacts the agri-food
industry's bottom line and operational efficiency. Procurement
leaders who prioritize this are better equipped to manage costs,
reduce disruptions, and optimize their supply chains in the face of
unpredictable weather, leading to improved financial performance
and smoother operations.
Risk Mitigation
Weather tracking helps procurement leaders
anticipate and prepare for weather-related
disruptions, reducing supply chain and
operations risks.
Informed Decision-Making
Access to weather data enables data-driven
decisions, optimizing procurment strategies
and logistics.
Cost Reduction
Efficient weather monitoring minimizes
resource wastage and enhances cost control
in agri-food procurement. Continued on page 16