Commodity Management Services

Expert Commodity Logistics for Specialized Freight

Not all freight fits in a standard trailer. When you're shipping bulk commodities, temperature-sensitive products, or specialized cargo, you need commodity management services from a team that understands the unique requirements of your goods. At C&D Logistics, we've spent over 25 years handling the complexities of commodity logistics so businesses like yours can ship with confidence.

Our commodity management approach goes beyond just moving freight from point A to point B. We match your specific cargo with the right equipment, secure experienced carriers who know how to handle specialized commodities, and monitor every shipment to ensure it arrives in the same condition it left. Whether you're shipping agricultural bulk products, pharmaceuticals that require precise temperature control, or hazardous materials with strict compliance requirements, we've got the expertise and carrier network to get it done right.

Comprehensive Bulk Shipping Logistics

Dry Bulk Commodities

Bulk commodity logistics requires specialized equipment and experienced carriers who understand product handling. Our dry bulk shipping services cover everything from agricultural products to industrial materials. In 2017 alone, we moved over 19.5 million pounds of dry bulk goods, including wheat, durum, canola, barley, and grain by-products across North America.

We coordinate with carriers who operate pneumatic trailers, dump trailers, and other specialized equipment designed for efficient bulk loading and unloading. Your commodity gets transported in food-grade or industrial-grade equipment depending on your product specifications, and we verify carrier credentials before every shipment.

Dry bulk commodities we handle:

• Agricultural products (wheat, canola, barley, oats, corn)
• Grain by-products and animal feed
• Dry bulk fertilizers and soil amendments
• Industrial minerals and aggregates
• Food-grade powders and ingredients

Liquid Bulk Shipping

Liquid bulk commodity logistics demands specialized tanker equipment and carriers with the right certifications. We arrange transportation for liquid commodities in food-grade tankers, chemical tankers, and specialized containers depending on your product type. Our commodity management services include coordinating proper tank cleaning protocols, verifying carrier compliance with transportation regulations, and scheduling efficient loading and delivery windows.

Temperature control matters for many liquid commodities. We secure heated tankers for products that solidify in cold temperatures and refrigerated tankers for liquids that require cooling during transport. Every carrier in our network meets the safety and compliance standards your commodity requires.

Liquid bulk commodities we handle:

• Liquid fertilizers and agricultural solutions
• Edible oils and food-grade liquids
• Industrial chemicals and petroleum products
• Latex and adhesives
• Water and non-hazardous liquids

Temperature-Controlled Commodity Management

Refrigerated and Frozen Freight

Perishable commodities need precise temperature management from pickup through delivery. Our refrigerated commodity logistics services connect you with carriers who operate modern reefer equipment with reliable temperature monitoring systems. We handle frozen goods that require consistent sub-zero temperatures, chilled products that need specific refrigeration ranges, and temperature-sensitive items with narrow acceptable margins.

Your commodity gets loaded into pre-cooled trailers, and carriers monitor temperatures throughout transit. We coordinate with facilities that have proper cold storage and loading dock capabilities to maintain the cold chain at every transfer point.

Heated Freight Transport

Some commodities solidify or degrade in cold temperatures. Our heated trailer commodity management services ensure your products stay at optimal temperatures even during winter transport. Heated vans maintain consistent warmth for products like chocolate, certain chemicals, adhesives, and other materials that require protection from freezing.

We verify that carriers have functioning heating systems and backup power capabilities before assigning them to your shipment. Temperature logs get maintained throughout the journey to provide you with documentation of proper handling.

Temperature-controlled commodities we handle:

• Frozen meats, poultry, and seafood
• Fresh produce and perishable foods
• Dairy products and beverages
• Pharmaceutical products and vaccines
• Chocolate, confections, and temperature-sensitive retail goods

Agricultural Commodity Logistics

Farmers, grain elevators, feed mills, and agricultural processors trust us with their bulk commodity logistics because we understand the seasonal nature of agricultural shipping and the importance of maintaining product quality. We've moved millions of pounds of grain and agricultural products, and we know the carriers who specialize in this type of freight.

Our agricultural commodity management services include coordinating harvest-time shipments when demand for equipment peaks, arranging cross-border movements for export commodities, and scheduling deliveries that align with receiving facility hours. We work with carriers who maintain their equipment to food-grade standards and who understand contamination prevention protocols.

Timing matters in agricultural shipping. Delayed pickups can mean storage fees or missed market windows. Our logistics planning gets your commodities picked up and delivered according to your schedule, not when a carrier eventually gets around to it.

Last Mile Commodity Delivery

Getting bulk commodities to their final destination often presents unique challenges. Residential delivery sites may have access restrictions. Retail locations might have specific receiving windows. Construction sites could have limited equipment for unloading. Our last mile commodity logistics services account for these variables.

Every hazmat shipment gets proper placarding, documentation, and emergency response information. We don't cut corners on compliance because the safety of your commodity and everyone who handles it depends on following regulations precisely.

We arrange specialized equipment when standard trailers won't work. We coordinate delivery times that align with receiving capabilities. We verify site access before dispatch to avoid delays. Whether you're delivering furniture to retail stores, bulk products to distribution centres, or specialized equipment to job sites, we handle the logistics that make final delivery successful.

Why Choose C&D Logistics for Commodity Management Services

Our commodity logistics expertise comes from real experience moving specialized freight. We've handled agricultural products during harvest rushes, coordinated temperature-critical pharmaceuticals through extreme weather, and managed hazmat shipments that required multiple compliance checkpoints. That experience means we anticipate challenges before they become problems.

Our 30-30 Service Standard applies to commodity management just like any other freight we handle. You get your quote within 30 minutes, and we process your shipment within another 30. That responsiveness matters when you're coordinating time-sensitive bulk shipments or managing seasonal commodity movements.