Market Alerts
Citrus (Limes) - Supplies remain very limited, particularly on 175 CT and larger sizes. 230 CT and smaller are the best value. Pricing is higher and quality is good.
Grapes (Green) - Quality remains poor and pricing high as the import season closes out. Avoid use where possible. The Mexican and domestic harvests start in a small way this week.
A Peek at Peak Seasons
Asparagus
Artichoke
Blackberries
Blueberries
Strawberries
Broccoli
Brussels Sprouts
Celery
Eggplant
Green Onions
Kale
Lettuce (Iceberg, Romaine, Romaine Hearts)
Pineapples
Spinach (Baby & Teen)
Weather Update
California – Cooling conditions near the coast will gradually spread inland through late week along with an increase in night/morning low clouds. Near to slightly below normal daytime temps will then persist into the upcoming weekend.
Mexico – Temps will remain warm through the weekend. No rain in the forecast through May 16th. Winds will occasionally gust near 20 mph in the afternoon hours through Friday.
Florida – High pressure over Florida allows for local sea breeze affects to dominate the weather pattern. Look for intense rainfall and afternoon thunderstorms for the inland and southern coast for Thursday with close to an inch of rain expected for Belle Glade and Boynton Beach.
Arizona - Unseasonably warm today through Friday as high pressure ridge strengthens. Afternoon highs reach will reach triple digits this week.
Ohio – Warmer temperatures with lots of thunderstorms and showers.
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 steady |
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Bell Peppers: Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Berries (Blackberries) : Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Berries (Blueberries): Quality is great, pricing is lower, supply is plentiful |
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Berries (Raspberries): Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Berries (Strawberries): Quality is good, pricing is lower |
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Broccoli: Quality is great, pricing is steady, supply is plentiful |
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Brussels Sprouts: Quality is great, pricing is steady, supply is plentiful |
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Carrots: Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Cauliflower: Quality is good, pricing is lower |
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Celery: Quality is great, pricing is steady, supply is plentiful |
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Citrus (Lemons): Quality is good, pricing is higher on organic |
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Citrus (Limes): Quality is good, pricing is higher, supply is limited, esp on large sizes |
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Citrus (Oranges): Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Cucumbers: Quality is good, pricing is lower |
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Eggplant: Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Garlic: Quality is fair, pricing is higher, supply is limited |
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Grapes (Green): Quality is poor, pricing is higher, supply is limited |
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Grapes (Red): Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Green Onions: Quality is great, pricing is steady, supply is plentiful |
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Kale: Quality is great, pricing is steady, supply is plentiful |
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Lettuce Iceberg: Quality is great, pricing is steady, supply is plentiful |
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Lettuce Leaf: Quality is great, pricing is steady, supply is plentiful |
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Lettuce Leaf (Tender): Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Melon (Cantaloupe): Quality is good, pricing is higher |
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Melon (Honeydew): Quality is good, pricing is higher |
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Melon (Watermelon): Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Onions: Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Pears: Quality is good, pricing is higher |
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Pineapples: Quality is great, pricing is steady |
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Potatoes: Quality is good, pricing is higher |
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Potatoes (Colored): Quality is good, pricing is higher |
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Squash: Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Stone Fruit: Quality is good, pricing is higher, supply is limited |
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Tomatoes: Quality is good, pricing is higher on roma & rounds |
