DF Young has a long history serving the Food Aid and Humanitarian cargo community. In fact, DF Young is one of the oldest companies serving this segment of the business from several of their office locations.

The company's involvement in this specialized area of international transportation dates back to the early 1940s when DF Young first helped secure lower rates and efficient transportation for Private Voluntary Organizations (PVOs). Today, DF Young is capable of managing all aspects of Food Aid and Humanitarian cargo shipments, from issuing public tenders through to final delivery at port and inland destinations worldwide. As a privately-owned, fully licensed Freight Forwarder, DF Young works directly with the PVO, meeting their diverse and specialized needs.

Religious and civic groups worldwide participate in the U.S. government-funded "Food for Peace" and "Food for Progress" programs. DF Young functions as the export arm for Private Voluntary Organizations and PL-480 Title II program participants.

The company interacts with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to effectuate Food Aid cargo moves internationally. Whether cargo is destined for Indonesia, Haiti, Kosovo, N. Korea, Siberia, Ethopia, Sudan or other areas the world, DF Young treats each shipment with special care to ensure timely delivery to those in need.

Modern technology has helped pave the way for expediting international shipments day and night. Using email and telecommunications, DF Young is able to stay in contact with its clients 24-hours a day, crossing time zones and distant borders to achieve results.

Accurate computer record keeping, complete documentation and logistics problem solving are key elements of DF Young's service. Other services provided by the Humanitarian cargo division include:

• Tendering and procurement of Food Aid cargoes
• Freight number estimates and commodity pricing
• Booking and contracting with carriers (U.S. and Foreign Flag)
• Customs clearances
• Warehousing
• Small commercial contracts and liner parcels shipments