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Drought has lowered water levels in the Panama Canal, restricting the amount of freight that can pass through. How long will limits last, and how will they affect peak season shipping? Plus: Does the freight recession foretell a wider economic recession?; finding workers gets harder.

We've all seen product shortages this summer, including a well-publicized shortage of infant meal formula. What's causing these shortages, and what steps can companies take to mitigate future product supply risks? Also: LTL executives share business concerns; California's AB5 labor law may soon go into effect.

As a small company, Petrageous Designs lacks the clout large shippers may have in getting products through supply chain bottlenecks. George discusses the current freight situation and the strategies his company uses to relieve some of the stress. Plus: Chinese New Year could cause more disruptions; freight executives feel bullish about 2022.