Despite shuttle rail freight values that are now $200-400 per car UNDER tariff through September, there is no demand. Farmers are unhappy with both old crop and new crop prices and aren't selling. All of this makes it tough for railroads to plan crew and equipment needs

Shuttle rail freight continues to be very cheap. Values through September are now $200-400 per car UNDER tariff. Remember, there was a time when values were $4,000-5,000 per car OVER tariff. Harvest values (Oct/Nov/Dec) are now just slightly above tariff. There is no demand for shuttles today. Farmers are unhappy with both old crop and new crop prices and aren't selling. Shuttle loaders are reluctant to take their foot off base and book much freight even at or below tarif...