How to Make Money as a Freight Broker Shipping Fresh Produce [10 TIPS]

Freight Broker Boot Camp Audio Experience

Jul 28, 2022•24 min•Ep. 93

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Episode description

Welcome back to another episode of Freight Broker Boot Camp, this week on the show I am joined by past guest and produce expert Eloy Lozano. With over 10 years of experience under his belt, Eloy has witnessed first-hand the ups and downs of the industry. In this episode, he goes into 10 tips all freight brokers need to know about the produce niche!

Timestamps:

[00:07] 10 tips freight brokers need to know about the produce niche

[00:36] Introduction to Eloy

[02:21] Types of produce shipped

[04:19] #1 – Know the temperature of the product you're hauling

[06:00] #2 – Know the weight of the box and pallet you are loading

[07:22] #3 – Make sure your box and case count are accurate

[09:10] #4 – Make sure your driver pulps the product

[10:11] #5 – Always make sure your reefer is set on a continuous mode, not cycle

[12:13] #6 – Make sure your driver is signing off for the correct product and temperature

[13:46] #7 – Make sure all products can run at the same temperature levels

[15:29] #8 – Rates in produce are competitive, don't be known as the cheapest