“…putting in these really strict hours of service regulations has handcuffed the trucking industry and the markets, especially in the fall run. I don’t know how we’re ever going to get all the cattle moved.” – Rick Wright, Livestock Markets Association of Canada.

Electronic logs in trucking industry raise concerns for fall cattle run

A shortage of drivers combined with regulations around rest times could add up to complications for truckers and auction marts this fall

Truck drivers have always travelled for long hours — especially when hauling livestock over the prairie or into the boreal forest of northern Ontario to their destination. Such trips illustrate the tricky balance between ensuring drivers get enough rest, yet complete the trip as quickly as possible for the sake of the animals they’re hauling. […] Read more