Top 10 Headlines on Expana in 2025—and What Could Shape the Next Year in Food and Ag

2025 was a big year for news in the food and agriculture industry. Headlines ranging from livestock diseases and sweeping policy changes to rising geopolitical tensions, shifting tariffs, weather events, and evolving consumer trends influenced commercial strategies, supply chains, and global market dynamics... 

Diversified Foodservice Supply Appoints Lev Peker as Chief Executive Officer

Diversified Foodservice Supply (DFS), a leading provider of equipment, supplies, and parts to the foodservice industry, is pleased to announce the appointment of Lev Peker as Chief Executive Officer.

Peker brings a strong track record of leadership and growth from the automotive aftermarket industry, where he excelled as CEO of PartsID and CarParts.com. There, he successfully scaled operations, enhanced customer experience, and delivered strong financial results. His deep expertise in e-commerce, operational efficiency, and system modernization aligns closely with DFS's strategic priorities...

Trump Imposes 25% Tariff on Steel and Aluminum Imports

US President Donald Trump has announced the imposition of a 25% tariff on all imports of steel and aluminum.

A White House official has stated that the tariffs will take effect as of March 4, according to Reuters.

Trump announced the measure on Monday, stating that the tariffs would be imposed “without exceptions or exemptions.” 

According to Artem Segen, Industrial market reporter at Expana, “The imposition of duties on imports is likely to depress imports of both metals and will probably help domestic producers to get competitive prices and boost production, according to market sources.”