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Digital Manufacturing and IoT

Manufacturers are creeping towards digitization, and there are many reasons for the industry’s reluctance to immediately adopt digitization.
This article discusses digital advancements in manufacturing and the role the Internet of Things plays in the future of manufacturing.
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https://www.forbes.com/sites/michaelmandel1/2018/11/03/digital-manufacturing-and-the-internet-of-goods/#67138dc47629

New NAFTA Agreement Hurts Agriculture

American farmers will likely see a fall in exports if Mexico and Canada place tariffs on goods in retaliation to the proposed USMCA.
This article discusses the struggles American farmers are expecting as a new trade agreement is worked out.
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https://www.agriculture.com/news/business/four-times-more-tariff-pain-than-financial-gain-in-new-nafta

The Overall Good of Manufacturing

Manufacturing jobs fuel the economy, and as more opportunities arise in the manufacturing sector, more innovation occurs.
This article discusses the importance of manufacturing to the American economy, and the American worker.
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https://www.woodworkingnetwork.com/management/why-manufacturing-jobs-are-so-good-economy-and-employee

Manufacturing With the Internet of Things

Manufacturing companies are seeing the reward for investing in IoT development, as productivity levels are rising.
This article explains how the manufacturing industry is adapting to a new era of manufacturing with the Internet of Things.
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https://www.dynamicbusiness.com.au/news/transforming-the-manufacturing-industry-with-internet-of-things.html

Data and Agricultural Productivity

Governments will now be able to share and collect data in datasets that will be used for agricultural development.
This article discusses how data can help improve agricultural productivity.
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http://www.thepoultrysite.com/poultrynews/40494/how-will-access-to-data-boost-agricultural-productivity/

Impact of Tariffs on Business and Consumers

Tariffs will likely influence the future of the American economy.
This article discusses the international consequences of these tariffs, how US manufacturing will be impacted, and the future of the economy.
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http://exclusive.multibriefs.com/content/how-new-us-tariffs-will-affect-big-business-and-consumers/manufacturing

Gaining Momentum in Manufacturing

Amazon has changed consumer preferences and expectations, and these changes have trickled down to manufacturing.  
This article discusses how manufacturers can enhance value and drive significant change in the industry.
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https://www.manufacturing.net/article/2018/10/amazon-effect-how-manufacturers-can-gain-back-momentum

Problems With Farm Labor

The agriculture industry has one of the lowest unemployment rates, and finding new sources of labor can be difficult.
This article explains why you may not be able to find farm labor, and tips for maximizing your outreach to find potential candidates.
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https://www.agweb.com/article/cant-find-farm-labor-heres-why-naa-sara-schafer/

Using Technology to Attract Talent to Manufacturing

Although it may seem that the manufacturing industry is regressing, the industry has maintained steady growth for nearly 10 years.
This article discusses the need for more people in manufacturing, why there are unfilled jobs, and how the industry remains strong.
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https://www.industryweek.com/leadership/help-wanted-and-lots-it-modern-factory-floor

AI Revolution in Manufacturing

The rise of artificial intelligence has created numerous opportunities for the manufacturing sector.  
This article discusses how AI is helping transform the manufacturing industry through improved efficiency, quality, and safety.
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https://www.cio.com/article/3309058/manufacturing-industry/5-ways-industrial-ai-is-revolutionizing-manufacturing.html