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In this episode of the BulkLoads Podcast, we spotlight Cornhusker 800, a leading name in hopper trailer manufacturing. Rick Cole and Jeremy Barnhill share the company’s origin, innovations in lightweight aluminum trailer design, and how Cornhusker continues to support the grain hauling industry with durable, high-performance equipment.
Learn how Cornhusker’s focus on direct-to-trucker sales, modular repairs, and customized builds helps ag haulers increase payload capacity and reduce downtime. From enhancing their digital marketing and SEO presence to pushing into new geographic markets, the team reveals how they’re growing the brand without losing sight of quality and customer support.
With deep Midwest roots and a commitment to family values, Cornhusker 800 remains a go-to choice for bulk freight professionals who value reliability, craftsmanship, and long-term performance on the road.

Hosted by
Jared Flinn — Founder, BulkLoads
Twenty years of bulk-freight operating experience. Jared sits down weekly with the carriers, brokers, and shippers who actually move the freight — not the pundits who write about it. New episode every Monday.
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In this episode of the BulkLoads Podcast, we spotlight Cornhusker 800, a leading name in hopper trailer manufacturing. Rick Cole and Jeremy Barnhill share the company’s origin, innovations in lightweight aluminum trailer design, and how Cornhusker continues to support the grain hauling industry with durable, high-performance…
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