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ProduceIQ: It’s open… it’s closed… and produce markets feel it

Higher-than-average oil prices will continue to raise prices and suppress demand as customers tighten spending to offset high energy costs.

4 months ago 4 minute read

DAT: Truckload freight rates hit two-year highs as diesel costs surge

Truckload freight volumes rose across all major equipment types in March while a sharp jump in fuel costs pushed up...

4 months ago 4 minute read

IFPA CEO on how rising fuel prices affect the supply chain

The fresh produce supply chain—from farm to fork—is feeling the impact of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

4 months ago 4 minute read

Produce industry headlines: April 8, 2026

Links today include a Kroger collusion lawsuit, another retail SNAP Doordash agreement, two stories on higher gas prices, and more.

5 months ago 2 minute read

DAT: Spot rates climb as carriers price in fuel costs

Total load posts on DAT One dropped to 3.58 million last week, a 12% decrease from the previous week, as...

5 months ago 3 minute read

Produce industry headlines: April 3, 2026

Read about Albertsons' store closure plan, Sam's Club membership fees, restaurant chains topping 1,000 units, and more.

5 months ago 2 minute read

Week in Review: Fuel price warning signs 

American retail runs on diesel, and that’s especially true of the produce industry. Fresh fruit and vegetable delivery has been affected.

5 months ago 3 minute read

Expect fuel surcharges until oil prices drop

Diesel prices are expected to remain elevated until meaningful normalization of global oil flow occurs, with no near‑term relief expected.

5 months ago 1 minute read

Produce industry headlines: March 23, 2026

Read about how club store leaders explain their recent gains, Walmart's digital price label plans, food startup struggles, and more.

5 months ago 2 minute read

Produce industry headlines: March 20, 2026

Links today include a produce affordability plan, regional retailer roundup, higher food and gas prices may suppress demand, and more.

5 months ago 2 minute read

Produce industry headlines: March 17, 2026

Read retail news today on Kroger's banana concerns, Harps' southern acquisition, plus new tech in packaging, and more.

5 months ago 2 minute read

U.S. fuel prices rise amid Middle East conflict 

U.S. regular gasoline and diesel fuel prices continue to rise as the U.S. and Israel engage in military conflict against...

6 months ago 1 minute read
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