Texas is becoming a dominant player in the cold chain supply chain, with Mexico leading U.S. trade at $226.4 billion. The state’s cold-chain infrastructure is booming, attracting developers, importers, and tech-savvy operators. New Jersey and California face competition from Texas due to its strategic location and advanced facilities.

Texas boasts key freight arteries and proximity to Mexico, making it a prime hub for perishable goods entering the U.S. interior. With cutting-edge automation and monitoring systems, facilities like RealCold’s 14 million cubic foot warehouse near Austin showcase the state’s sophistication in the cold chain industry.

The demand for online grocery is driving Texas’ rise in the cold chain sector. Consumers expect fresh, traceable goods delivered quickly, pushing agribusiness exporters to modernize their facilities. Texas is at the forefront of these trends, positioning itself as a crucial staging ground for food shippers, retailers, and pharmaceutical companies in North America.

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