11/19/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 11/19/2024 14:05
Date
Nov 19, 2024
FORT WORTH, Texas, - BNSF Railway Company (BNSF), one of the nation's leading freight rail providers, reported record agricultural volumes for the month of October, including grain harvest, with a 7 percent increase in volume and velocity from 2023.
"We at BNSF are proud to support the American farmer and our country's supply chain during peak harvest, said Group Vice President of Agricultural and Energy Products Angela Caddell. "We carefully plan for harvest, every year, and thank our agricultural producers for trusting us to deploy all our assets to the best of our ability, so we can provide reliable service during this important time of year."
"Our team of talented, dedicated railroaders have remained laser-focused on doing our part to ensure the U.S. agricultural community has an efficient and effective supply chain," said Vice President of Transportation - North Region Craig Morehouse. "Our goal remains the same; for every train to reach its destination safely and on time. Thanks to our entire BNSF team for their coordinated efforts this successful harvest season."
BNSF handles more agricultural product shipments than any other U.S. railroad and has partnered with American grain producers for more than 170 years. The Class I railroad serves as a critical link for delivering agricultural products safely and efficiently to our nation.
Contact:
Kendall Kirkham Sloan
Director, External Communications
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