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Episode 21: Summer Freight Forecast: Grilling Season and Produce Shifts

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Logistics Unplugged – Episode 21

In this episode of Logistics Unplugged, we wrap the Summer Shipping Series with key insights on managing seasonal freight pressures. As grilling season and produce demand surge, shippers face tighter capacity, more temperature-controlled complexity, and greater risk of delays. This episode breaks down how to plan ahead and keep freight moving.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • How grilling season demand impacts capacity and freight flow
  • Why produce season increases the need for temperature-controlled planning
  • How to forecast demand shifts and prepare capacity earlier
  • Ways to optimize routes and planning to reduce delays

Inside the Conversation

  • What seasonal demand spikes mean for perishable freight
  • Strategies to protect service levels when capacity tightens
  • Temperature-controlled considerations that prevent disruptions
  • Practical planning tactics to stay ahead of seasonal shifts

Rapid Fire Acronym Round

From reefer and capacity planning to seasonal routing considerations, the team highlights common terms that matter when demand heats up.

Don’t Miss This Episode

If you ship perishables or seasonal commodities, this episode offers practical ways to manage pressure, minimize delays, and keep your supply chain running smoothly. Listen now!

 


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