Market Alerts
Avocados – Mexico’s harvest is slow to recover from the recent heavy rains and work slowdown. Pricing
is very high, quality is fair to good.
Tomatoes – The overall supply situation continues to be very poor, due to recent freezing and flooding in Mexico. Florida’s harvest is improved, but not enough to offset the Mexican shortfall. Quality remains fair, with pale coloring.
Squash – Yellow and Zucchini remain limited in supply, of fair quality, and more expensive than normal. Seasonal varietals like Butternut, Acorn and Spaghetti are plentiful.
Cucumbers – The cold temps and heavy rains affecting Mexico’s tomato harvest has also impacted field-grown Cucumbers. Quality is fair, and pricing is higher than normal.
A Peek at Peak Seasons
Grapes – Quality on both Red and Green Grapes is excellent, with Chile approaching peak harvest.
Kale – Quality is excellent, with full leaves and vibrant color reported.
Asparagus – Pencil and Standard size Asparagus is plentiful, with good quality reported.
Melons – Cantaloupe and Honeydew are great quality, with excellent sugar levels, color and shelf life.
Citrus – Seasonal varietals such as Mandarin, Cara Cara, Minneola and Blood Oranges are still in great supply.
Limes – Supplies out of Mexico are abundant, with very good quality.
Grapefruit – Texas and California are harvesting very nice quality fruit.
Weather Update
California: Cooler temperatures and a chance of showers.
Yuma AZ: Strong winds and cool temperatures.
Mexico: Seasonal temperatures and dry conditions in all growing regions.
Florida: Seasonal temperatures and precipitation.
Ohio: Rainy, with cold weather towards the end of the week.
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Commodities at a Glance
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Apples: Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Asparagus: Quality is great, pricing is steady |
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Avocado: Quality is good, pricing is higher, supply is limited |
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Bell Peppers: Quality is fair, pricing is steady |
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Berries (Blackberries) : Quality is great, pricing is higher, supply is limited |
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Berries (Blueberries): Quality is great, pricing is higher, supply is limited |
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Berries (Raspberries): Quality is great, pricing is higher, supply is limited |
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Berries (Strawberries): Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Broccoli: Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Brussels Sprouts: Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Carrots: Quality is great, pricing is steady |
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Cauliflower: Quality is fair, pricing is higher, supply is limited |
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Celery: Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Citrus (Lemons): Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Citrus (Limes): Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Citrus (Oranges): Quality is great, pricing is higher, supply is limited |
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Cucumbers: Quality is fair, pricing is higher |
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Eggplant: Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Garlic: Quality is good, pricing is steady, supply is limited |
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Grapes (Green): Quality is great, pricing is steady |
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Grapes (Red): Quality is great, pricing is steady |
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Green Onions: Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Kale: Quality is good, supply is steady |
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Lettuce Iceberg: Quality is fair, pricing is higher, supply is limited |
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Lettuce Leaf: Quality is fair, pricing is steady |
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Lettuce Leaf (Tender): Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Melon (Cantaloupe): Quality is great, pricing is steady |
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Melon (Honeydew): Quality is great, pricing is steady |
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Melon (Watermelon): Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Onions: Quality is fair, pricing is steady |
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Pears: Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Pineapples: Quality is fair, pricing is steady |
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Potatoes: Quality is poor, pricing is higher, supply is limited |
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Potatoes (Colored): Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Squash: Hard: quality is good, pricing is steady. Soft: quality is fair, pricing is higher |
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Tomatoes: Quality is fair, pricing is higher, supply is limited |
