Rising freight rates and inconsistent availability of trucks is shaking up the transportation industry nationwide, and the Chicago area is no exception.
The Chicago retail scene remains strong, despite a few tweaks sparked by the COVID-19 pandemic, said Craig Carlson, president/CEO of Chicago-based Carlson Produce Consulting LLC.
Most Chicago-area produce distributors seem to have survived the pandemic in fairly good shape, and they appear to be looking forward to a busy holiday season.
As foodservice operators open their doors once again and expand their hours after lengthy COVID-19-related shutdowns and restrictions, many Chicago-area produce distributors say they can begin a return to normalcy.
The historical Maryland’s Best Expo, now in its 18th year, will once again give buyers from supermarkets, schools, foodservice operations and food distributors a chance to mingle with farmers and other food producers.
Things may have gotten off to a slow start in some areas, but it appears business will be booming during late summer and fall for Michigan produce suppliers.
