Market Alerts
Artichoke - Higher pricing as a result of limited supply.
Berries (Blackberries & Raspberries) - Very light supplies until the end of April.
Berries (Strawberries) - Heavy demand, coupled with light harvests, have severely tightened available supplies. Pricing is very high, however quality remains good.
Citrus (Limes) - Supplies are very limited, particularly on 175 CT and larger sizes. Pricing is higher and quality is good.
A Peek at Peak Seasons
Asparagus
Broccoli
Brussels Sprouts
Cauliflower
Celery
Celery (Organic)
Citrus (Lemons)
Citrus (Seasonal Orange Varietals)
Eggplant
Melon (Cantaloupe)
Pineapple
Potatoes (Sweet/Yam)
Tomatoes
Weather Update
California – Temps normal for this time of year. Onshore flow and marine layer cloudiness will be the norm keeping temps near normal.
Mexico – Warm temps will cool slightly as we head into the weekend. Winds will continue to gust in the 20-30 mph range for the next few days. No rain in the forecast.
Florida – High pressure remains over Florida, as winds will be westerly, becoming light and variable overnight for Wednesday with high temps in the low 80s.and then climbing to the upper 80s by Thursday.
Arizona - Max temps remain above normal. Wednesday and Thursday talking 10-15 degrees above normal. A little cooler Friday & Saturday but still warm.
Ohio – Rain over the weekend, with daytime temperatures warming up into the 60s and 70s. Expect clouds with some sun.
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, supply is plentiful |
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Avocado: Quality is good, pricing is higher, supply is limited |
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Bell Peppers: Quality is good, pricing is lower on red & yellow |
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Berries (Blackberries) : Quality is fair, pricing is higher, supply is limited |
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Berries (Blueberries): Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Berries (Raspberries): Quality is fair, pricing is steady, supply is limited |
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Berries (Strawberries): Quality is good, pricing is higher, supply is limited |
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Broccoli: Quality is great, pricing is steady, supply is plentiful |
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Brussels Sprouts: Quality is good, pricing is steady, supply is plentiful |
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Carrots: Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Cauliflower: Quality is great, pricing is steady, supply is plentiful |
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Celery: Quality is great, pricing is steady, supply is plentiful on organic |
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Citrus (Lemons): Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Citrus (Limes): Quality is good, pricing is higher, supply is limited |
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Citrus (Oranges): Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Cucumbers: Quality is good, 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 |
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Grapes (Green): Quality is fair, pricing is steady |
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Grapes (Red): Quality is good, pricing is lower, supply is plentiful |
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Green Onions: Quality is great, pricing is stead |
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Kale: Quality is fair on organic, pricing is steady |
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Lettuce Iceberg: Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Lettuce Leaf: Quality is fair on value added, pricing is steady |
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Lettuce Leaf (Tender): Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Melon (Cantaloupe): Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Melon (Honeydew): Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Melon (Watermelon): Quality is good, pricing is higher |
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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 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 steady |
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Tomatoes: Quality is good, pricing is steady, supply is plentiful |
