As grilling season heats up, so does the demand for all types of animal proteins, including beef. This surge in demand also affects the need for reefer equipment in the truckload sector. The USDA produces several reports that can be used to gauge truckload demand for temperature-controlled freight directly, providing a clear context for stakeholders…
California avocado production is, so far this season, the best since the start of the Pandemic in 2020. According to the USDA, shipment volumes are up 41% year-over-year (y/y), with approximately 60% of the crop already harvested and about 40% of the California avocado crop still maturing and sizing on the trees. Based on findings…
According to the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM), sales of farm tractors and combine harvesters continue to lag the 5-year average by around 30%, based on the latest numbers. U.S. sales of 4-wheel-drive tractors increased 9.4% in May compared to 2023, although total farm tractor sales are down 11.5% y/y, while combine harvester sales dropped…
We believe in caring for drivers. Recently, DAT’s Masters of Freight charity poker tournament brought industry leaders together for a night of fun and fundraising. Winning the tournament came with a $10,000 prize, and Mike Crawford, ITS Logistic’s Chief Operating Officer, took his time to choose the perfect recipient. Mike was impressed with St. Christopher’s…
The contract freight market, a key indicator of the trucking industry’s health, showed signs of life following last month’s 3.6% sequential increase in the American Trucking Association’s (ATA) advanced seasonally adjusted (SA) For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index. The ATAs tonnage index, which includes truckload and LTL freight, is dominated by contract freight with minimal spot market…