Reefer report: Peru: Key year-round supplier of fresh blueberries to the U.S.

The Peruvian imported blueberry program is now in full swing, driving significant U.S. truckload activity at key American ports.

Reefer report: Southern Texas reefer rates surge during off-peak produce season

Despite being the off-peak season for imported Mexican produce along the southern border, the McAllen market has recently seen capacity.

Reefer report: Peak fall produce season boosts reefer demand

The fall produce season in the Pacific Northwest significantly impacts the refrigerated truckload market, with peak activity typically occurring in.

Reefer report: Sweet potato harvest surge drives seasonal reefer demand

Sweet potatoes are a versatile and popular crop, especially during the American fall and winter holidays. The harvest season typically.

Reefer report: Washington state: The heart of America’s frozen raspberry industry

Washington State is a national leader in frozen red raspberry production, contributing an impressive 90% of the nation’s supply.

Reefer report: Excellent start for Eastern apple season

New York, a top apple-producing state, offers a diverse selection of apple varieties, both classic and new. The apple season.

Reefer report: 2025 potato shipments forecasts to decline

The 2025 potato season in Washington and Oregon is projected to see a slight decrease in shipments despite a favorable.

Reefer report: Restaurant costs are surging on one side, and customers are pulling back on the other

On the cost side, staples like beef, coffee, eggs, and cocoa have risen sharply, with food costs up 21% over.

Reefer report: The 2025 blueberry season: A look at production and trends

The U.S. blueberry picking season typically spans from June to mid-August, with regional variations. Southern states like Florida and Georgia.

Reefer report: The apple picking season is underway in California’s Central Valley

Apples recently topped the USDA’s commodity list, making up roughly 12% of national truckload volume. The main apple-producing states are.

Reefer report: The Florida citrus season is the lowest in a century

Florida’s citrus industry has ended the 2024-2025 growing season with its lowest production in over a century, mainly due to.

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.