Proper produce logistics requires a strong, well-connected supply chain. Compared to other freight, produce is extremely fragile. One small error in the temperature or humidity could result in an entire truckload of goods lost. Because of this, produce shipping is done with extreme planning and established processes. There are many steps involved in ensuring that
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Having a reliable, quality, and communicative 3PL provider can make a huge impact on your business. They’ll help you control your costs, keep your supply chain moving, and find countless efficiencies. However, how can you find the best 3PL provider for you and your organization? Below are 7 steps you should take when shopping for
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Too often, companies are waiting around for calls on dry van rates from carriers and brokers. When they need to be out there and doing the research themselves, be proactive, and find the best rates that they can. Dry van loads are usually pretty simple to move. Because of this, there are going to be
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There are hundreds of thousands of food grade carriers out there operating. How do you know which ones you can trust? Whether you are a shipper or 3PL, there are measures that should be in place to ensure quality food grade shipping. At Becker Logistics we have developed some processes that ensure that we are
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Shipping frozen food freight can be quite challenging and very expensive. This is due to the fact that the freight needs to be kept below freezing for every step of the supply chain. While in storage, waiting to be picked up, in transit, and after it is delivered. Just like normal food and beverage shipping,
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