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About Linda
Linda van Eekeres is the final editor at DCA Market Intelligence. She safeguards clarity and accuracy across research and market reports, turning complex topics into concise takeaways for professionals in the agri-food value chain.
In addition to her editorial work, Linda writes articles herself, with a focus on macroeconomic developments, market dynamics and the influence of politics on the agricultural and food sectors.
Her work provides producers, traders, and policymakers with clear insights into shifting market dynamics, helping them anticipate risks and seize opportunities in an ever-changing environment.
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Key expertise
Food & packagingMarket developments affecting food businesses and packaging supply chains.
MacroeconomicsEconomic developments and their effect on food and agricultural markets.
Energy & freightOil, gas, transport and container-rate developments across the supply chain.
Politics & tradePolicy, tariffs and geopolitical developments affecting commodity flows.
Editorial qualityClear and accurate translation of complex market research into practical insights.
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MARKET INSIGHTAsia–Europe container rates climb and air freight faces new EU e-commerce chargesContainer freight rates continue to rise on both Asia–Europe and transpacific routes, while shipping lines are restricting
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MARKET INSIGHTTrump pulls another rabbit out of the hat to tackle diesel pricesWith the US midterm elections approaching, Trump appears keen to do something about high diesel prices. As well as allowing
MARKET INSIGHTReturn to Suez Canal puts further pressure on freight ratesContainer freight rates remain under pressure as demand weakens and more ships return to the Suez Canal route. The Drewry
MARKET INSIGHTHigh diesel prices prompt Trump to actIn the US, President Trump is making diesel cheaper, especially for farmers and truck drivers. The high fuel prices are
MARKET INSIGHTAsia-Europe container rates fall for twelfth weekContainer rates remain under pressure as weak demand and increasing traffic through the Suez Canal weigh on the market. At
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