Reefer report: The Mexico produce season begins to cool off after a tumultuous year
Mexico’s produce season drives significant truckload volumes in North America during the first half of each year, accounting for over
Reefer report: The “Ozempic effect” on truckload demand
A contributing factor to lower truckload volumes this year, along with the trade war and economic uncertainty, is the longer-term
Reefer report: Selma CA, the carrot capital of the U.S
Located an hour north of Los Angeles at the southern end of the Central Valley, Kern County is the carrot
Reefer report: Fresno, California, is widely recognized as the “Raisin Capital of the World”
Fresno, California, is widely recognized as the “Raisin Capital of the World” due to its significant role in raisin production
Reefer report: Consumers aren’t just pulling back — they’re recalibrating
KPMG’s latest Consumer Pulse Summer 2025 report paints a sobering picture of the consumer: more cautious, more cost-conscious, and more
Reefer report: Reefer carriers are on a roll during National Hot Dog Month
In 2024, Americans spent an impressive $8.5 billion on hot dogs and sausages at U.S. supermarkets, according to the National
Reefer report: Grilling season heats up
Grilling season in the United States typically stretches from Memorial Day to Labor Day, covering late May through early September.
Reefer report: Food prices are up, but not because of tariffs
Food prices are rising ahead of Independence Day, but not because of tariffs—inflation and supply-demand dynamics are the main drivers.
Reefer report: The sweetest of seasons has arrived
The U.S. cherry season starts in mid-May in California, moving to the Pacific Northwest for its peak from June to
Reefer report: Trade policy expected to alter freight networks for agricultural imports
Agricultural imports are a crucial driver of year-round freight demand, especially for reefer and port-connected truckload carriers. Amidst trade uncertainties,
Reefer report: The old school buses are loaded and watermelon season is underway
Watermelon season in the U.S. generally runs from late spring through early fall, with regional variations that extend the availability
Reefer report: After a late start, Strawberry shipments spring back
Contributing to lower truckload volumes in the fresh fruit and vegetable industry, is lower California volumes at the start of