Market Report

Apples – The USDA Box Program continues to absorb much of the smaller, low-grade fruit; keeping prices firm. Galas remain snug along with Honeycrisp.
Bell Peppers – Stronger markets with transitions to new growing regions, small gaps.
Berries (Raspberries) – Will be in short supplies for the next few weeks as Mexico ramps down and we wait for Central Coast CA, to increase.
Berries (Strawberries) – Hot weather has caused an increase in volume while post holiday demand wanes. Quality on the fruit will be adversely affected during this heat. Expect bruising, full red fruit, and limited shelf life.
Carrots – Snack pack demand has tapered off while cello carrots still remain in good demand.
Citrus (Oranges) – Navel demand is very strong with supplies winding down. Opportunity buys on large sized fruit. Valencia’s are also available but limited on small sizes.
Grapes (Red) - Quality is nice out of Mexico. Price is slightly higher.
Grapes (Green) – Fair quality with much higher pricing and limited supply. 
Lettuce (Iceberg) – Quality is fair. Pinking,discoloration and puffiness being reported. Light supplies all week. Market is active.
Melons (Honeydew & Cantaloupe) – Markets remain active and supplies are very limited. Overall demand continues to increase. Mexico is winding down and the desert is just getting going. Unseasonably hot temps may setback the harvest this week. Excessive heat warning Wednesday through Friday.
Melons (Watermelon) - Market remains active and supplies are limited due to strong holiday pull. Growers holding off on harvest to let the fruit size up. Quality has been great on Mexican and domestic fruit.
Potatoes - Markets continue to rise on larger size 40ct-70ct. Consumer bags are in high demand and pushing prices higher along with smaller 100ct. Pricing will remain active.
Tomatoes – Florida production is winding down and the size profile is scaling down. Roma volume is increasing out of Mexico growing regions. Grape tomatoes will be tight through the first week of June.

Avocados

Asparagus 

Blueberries

Strawberries

Watermelon

California – Low pressure brings seasonable temperatures and a return of the marine layer along the coast.

Mexico – Generally seasonal temperatures look to continue across Central Mexico.

Florida – Widespread moderate to heavy showers across the region into next week. Also watching a tropical storm likely to impact the region next week.

Ohio – Warm temperatures and clouds expected, with some thunderstorms. 

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