Each year, spring marks more than just warmer weather and blooming flowers—it kicks off one of the most strategically important shifts in the U.S. truckload freight market: produce season. While the industry is shaped by long-term cycles and annual trends, produce season remains one of the most disruptive recurring events on the freight calendar. Understanding when and where this surge occurs, and preparing for its ripple effects across modes and regions, is essential for shippers looking to protect service levels and control costs. Let’s break down the dynamics of produce season and the key strategies to manage through it successfully.
The automotive industry operates at the intersection of innovation and complexity, and today's landscape tests that resilience like never before. Rapidly evolving trade policies, tariffs, shifting consumer demands, and global supply chain pressures make agility a necessity. At our recent C.H. Robinson-hosted automotive summit, logistics leaders from across some of the largest auto makers and suppliers came together to share insights and learn together as the industry faces new challenges.
As global trade dynamics shift and new tariffs take effect, businesses must find ways to mitigate costs and optimize their supply chains. Two effective tools are Foreign Trade Zones (FTZs) and Customs bonded warehouses. While both aim to streamline the movement of goods and reduce costs, they operate differently and offer distinct advantages.
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“What’s the bigger gamble during this 90-day window? Pulling holiday inventory forward while ocean rates are up and demand signals are uncertain, or waiting too long and risking that tariffs go up again? That’s the conversation a number of retailers and retail suppliers are having with us right now," said Noah Hoffman, vice president for retail logistics at C.H. Robinson.
The C.H. Robinson strategy under Bozeman is “set up and established, and the foundational elements are to perform regardless of the market trend we’re in,” said Damon Lee, Chief Financial Officer at C.H. Robinson. “That same set of principles and foundational elements translates to midmarket and peak market as well.”
“Shippers aren’t just seeking this type of global shipping technology but depending on C.H. Robinson to provide both this leading technology and tailored solutions to help them navigate today’s complex shipping environment,” says Jordan Kass, president of managed solutions at C.H. Robinson.
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