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Dry Van Report: There’s only one parking space for every 11 truckers nationwide

In a recent study, the U.S. Department of Transport (USDoT) found that the truck parking shortage exists in every state

Reefer Report: Pumpkins put some spice into reefer volumes

With the start of fall and Halloween just a few weeks away, we are officially in the pumpkin spice season.

Reefer Report: Apple harvests are underway

According to USDA refrigerated data, apples rank second in overall refrigerated volume in the U.S. The state of Washington supplies over 85% of the yearly apple volume.

Flatbed Report: Steel volumes down but some mills expand capacity

Steel output in the U.S. in the week ending September 3rd fell by 7.7% compared with the same time frame in 2021, according to the American Iron and Steel Institute

The sky is the limit for vertical farmers looking for a new way to save space

Sept. 7 – As news of severe droughts seems to be a yearly concern, some farmers are looking to technology for alternative ways of producing some of our nation’s favorite produce.

Lessons learned from operating reefer motors in the Australian Outback

Aug. 31, 2022 – Bob McMillan’s driving career covers over 6 million miles hauling refrigerated freight across one of the hottest continents on the planet.

Reefer Report: Demand heats up for Michigan carriers

Produce season is in full swing across the country, as more regions enter their peak harvest season in August.

Reefer Report: Double-digit growth in cross-border trade with Mexico

The U.S. Bank Freight Payment Index showed growth in Q2 2022 as another indication that a freight recession isn’t on the immediate horizon.

Reefer Report: July is National Watermelon Month

Watermelons grow well in the widespread hot and dry weather prevalent this summer, and these conditions are bringing on the melons faster with a sweeter profile.