PRODUCE
TRUCKING COMPANY

The correct transportation temperature depends on the commodity. Many leafy greens and vegetables require temperatures near 32–36°F, while other fruits and vegetables may require warmer settings. Elite Logistics coordinates commodity-specific temperature requirements before pickup to help maintain proper cold-chain conditions throughout transportation.

Produce trucking rates depend on the pickup and delivery locations, mileage, season, available refrigerated capacity, commodity, temperature requirements, weight and appointment requirements. Elite Logistics provides customized produce freight quotes based on the specific shipment and route.

Booking as early as possible is recommended, especially during peak harvest seasons when refrigerated capacity can tighten quickly. Advance notice gives us more time to coordinate the appropriate reefer equipment, pickup schedule and delivery appointment. Time-sensitive shipments may also be accommodated depending on available capacity.

Sometimes, but the commodities must have compatible temperature, humidity, airflow and handling requirements. Certain fruits and vegetables can also produce or be sensitive to ethylene gas. Elite Logistics evaluates the transportation requirements before coordinating mixed produce loads.

Pre-cooling may be required depending on the commodity and shipper requirements. The trailer should generally be brought to the required operating temperature before temperature-sensitive produce is loaded. Proper trailer preparation helps maintain the required environment during transportation.

Yes. Elite Logistics coordinates refrigerated produce transportation throughout the contiguous United States, including major agricultural regions such as California, Arizona, Washington, Idaho, Texas and Florida. We arrange transportation from growers, packing houses and cold-storage facilities to distributors, wholesalers and other destinations.

Provide the commodity, approximate weight or pallet count, pickup location, delivery location, required temperature, pickup date and any special appointment or handling requirements. Providing complete shipment information helps us determine the appropriate refrigerated equipment and produce trucking rate.

Refrigerated trucking covers many temperature-controlled commodities, while produce trucking specifically addresses the transportation requirements of fresh fruits and vegetables. Produce shipments may require commodity-specific temperatures, airflow, trailer preparation, strict pickup and delivery appointments, and additional cold-chain coordination.