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Six months into 2026, the freight market is tracking much as anticipated. Capacity is tightening, rates are rising, and the three-year freight recession appears to be over, while cargo theft, fraud and regulatory changes continue to increase risk.
During March, spot rates and contract rates remained inflated vs. last year. We continue to see capacity tightening and higher rejection rates across the U.S.
The conversations at this year’s Food Shippers of America Conference highlighted something many in the industry are already sensing…food supply chains are entering a new phase.
February 2026 continues to reflect a market looking to shift from historical trends. Capacity constraints along with harsh weather conditions continue to have an impact on the freight market.
Produce shipping requires precision; you’re transporting perishable products with limited shelf life, tight delivery windows, and little tolerance for temperature fluctuations.
2026 is shaping up to be a freight market turning point, where tightening capacity, regulatory changes, and rising risk make proactive transportation planning more critical than ever.
January 2026 brought mixed freight signals, but growing market pressures suggested the industry was moving closer to a long-awaited recovery.ght market updates.
2026 will reward produce shippers who prepare early, document expectations, and manage risk like a discipline, not a reaction. If you want fewer scrambles, fewer claims, and fewer “where’s the freight?” calls, build your plan now.
December 2025 closed with freight demand showing signs of improvement, while capacity tightening hinted at a potential market shift ahead.
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