 Summertime in the Southeast isn’t just for beach trips — it’s the high season for hauling produce! From Georgia peaches to Carolina watermelons, this blog explores the journey of fresh goods from farms to stores and how Tyger Logistics supports this fruity freight flow. Read on for juicy facts, reefer trucks, and a side of Southern charm!
🍓 Spring Into Summer: Freightin’ Fresh in the Southeast!
When the weather warms up in the Southeast, the freight gets fresher, the roads get busier, and the produce gets plump. From strawberries in the Carolinas to peaches in Georgia, spring and summer mean one thing for logistics companies: it’s go-time for fresh freight.
Let’s take a fun, behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to move seasonal crops across the South — and how Tyger Logistics keeps things rolling. 🚛🍉
The Southeast is a produce powerhouse in spring and summer. Some of the biggest players in seasonal freight include:
- Strawberries – Peak season hits the Carolinas in April and May.
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- Peaches – Georgia isn’t called the Peach State for nothing. June to August is prime time.
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- Watermelons – North and South Carolina start harvesting in June.
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- Blueberries, tomatoes, cucumbers, squash, and sweet corn also fill up trailers from April through August.
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đź“Š According to the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service, produce freight demand spikes significantly from April through July in states like Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina.
Fresh produce means time-sensitive freight — and refrigerated trucks (reefers) are the MVPs here. Timing and temperature control are everything when you’re hauling blueberries through the summer heat.
Reefers keep cargo at optimal temperatures, and GPS tracking ensures efficient delivery before things get mushy. Tyger Logistics works closely with its carrier network to coordinate reefer capacity, monitor routes, weather, and beat the heat.
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Hot freight lanes in the Southeast often follow major corridors like:
- I-85 – Known as “The Boom Belt” Through Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina
- I-20 – From Atlanta to Florence and beyond
- I-95 – Eastern seaboard shipping powerhouse
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These routes are critical for fast farm-to-market delivery — and they get even busier in the warmer months. Tyger Logistics monitors traffic patterns, fuel rates, and weather reports to keep freight moving without delay.
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🍑 Why It Matters: Supply Chains with Southern Charm
The Southeast doesn’t just grow the goods — we help feed the nation. Seasonal freight supports:
- Farmers and farmworkers
- Retailers and restaurants
- Grocery chains and local markets
- Hungry folks from coast to coast
And logistics companies like Tyger Logistics? We’re the matchmakers, freight yeah we’re making sure sweet South Carolina peaches find their way to shoppers in Chicago or chefs in Charlotte.Â
Waiting to find out what our perfect place for produce is? Don’t let the name fool you, the Country Meat Center provides fresh produce delivered from local farms! We’re talking huge juicy strawberries, fat ripe tomatoes bigger than your fist, and the friendliest service you can ask for! Did we mention they even have a deli serving up goods just like grandma makes in the South on a Sunday afternoon. Check it out!Â
📦 Ready, Set, Haul!
Whether it’s strawberries in Spartanburg or peaches in Macon, freight in the Southeast during spring and summer is fast, fresh, and full of flavor. Tyger Logistics is proud to be part of this seasonal shuffle, delivering the goods — on time, every time.
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