Staying on top of seasonal trends is vital to prepare you for cyclical market shifts. Whether shipping fresh fruits and vegetables or looking for capacity during produce season, it pays to plan ahead. Here is some information to help you get ahead of the rush. What is Produce Season? Produce season is a period… Read more »
This month’s blog roundup covers everything from traffic jams to protecting from a freeze. Get some advice and learn something new in these blogs! States with the Worst Traffic and What to do in a Traffic Jam If you have ever been stuck in traffic and wondered which states have it worst, this blog… Read more »
The two most significant areas for fresh, in-season fruits and vegetable products are the Yuma Valley in Arizona and the San Joaquin Valley in California. California sees its peak from May to August, overlapping with the table grape season, which runs from May to January, and the beginning of the wine grape harvest from late… Read more »
Love is in the air, and so is the scent of fresh flowers. It is estimated 110 million roses will be sold and delivered in a three-day time period for Valentine’s Day. In addition to floral gifts, chocolates and other candies are popular purchases. Both common presents are shipped in great quantities to be available… Read more »
From over a billion chicken wings to millions of pounds of potato chips, the Super Bowl is second only to Thanksgiving when it comes to food consumption. With nearly 100 million viewers and countless watch parties across the country, the snack spreads are an integral part of the event. Whether you are a fan of… Read more »
This blog roundup includes suggestions for avoiding fraud, what to bring with you on the road, and much more. Take a look at some of our most popular blogs. Best Things to Have in your Semi-Truck This blog covers road essentials never to leave home without. The best things to have in your semi-truck… Read more »
Winter is one of the busiest times of year for temperature-controlled shipping. Peak season continues post-Christmas and well past New Year’s celebrations. This is all thanks to the winter sports surge. This extended rush period can spell disaster for those who are unprepared; here are some tips to help you make the most out of… Read more »
From shoppers to shippers, the holiday season can be hectic for everyone. It can be especially challenging for temperature-controlled shipping to stay on top of the rush. Here are a few reasons the holiday season is so complex and what you can do to be prepared. Temperature-Controlled Shipping Demand Seasonally popular items like cranberries… Read more »
“In 5 years, it’ll be a 15 billion dollar industry.” Learn about the differences between LTL and FTL, and peek behind the curtain of the LTL cold-chain process in this podcast with experts Chad and Andrew. Don’t forget to download and subscribe to The England Logistics Podcast Network on iTunes, Spotify, and Stitcher so you… Read more »
The effects of the pandemic on the supply chain revealed that manufacturers cannot overprepare for the unexpected. Most manufacturers struggled with material shortages while freight carriers grappled with increased demand. With so much happening at once, it’s time for manufacturers to have a plan that controls for the variable of supply chain disruption. Pre-pandemic supply… Read more »
