Market Alerts
Transition – The movement of major growing areas from California to points as far south as Yuma Arizona is underway, and will continue through late November. This is a time when certain crops are more susceptible to disruptions in supply and quality.
Cauliflower – Supplies remain light on Heads and Florets during field transition. Pricing is higher than normal, with fair to good quality reported.
Lettuce – Quality has improved on head lettuces, however supplies continue to be very light. Pricing is higher than normal.
Celery – Quality is good, but pricing is higher than normal due to a combination of increased seasonal demand and field transition.
Potatoes – Supplies will be limited on all sizes of Idaho potatoes throughout the winter, with slightly higher pricing than normal and fair to good quality.
Green Beans – Field transition from Georgia to Florida, and cooler than normal weather, has tightened supplies. Quality is fair and pricing is higher on all green bean products, including value added items.
A Peek at Peak Seasons
Apples – Apple season is in full swing, including short-season varietals.
Sweet Potatoes – This year’s crop looks to be much improved from 2018. Excellent quality and good supplies.
Cold-Weather Citrus – New crop Navel Oranges are now available, along with Mandarins and Grapefruit. Blood Oranges and other winter varietals are just around the corner.
Kiwi – Supplies for the fall/winter season look very good, with excellent texture and ripeness reported.
Autumn Squash – Acorn, Butternut, Spaghetti and other hard squashes are now in season.
Raspberries – Quality is excellent on the Mexico harvest, with plentiful supplies and good pricing.
Pears – All fall varietals are now available. Bosc, Anjou and more—ask your sales rep for recommendations.
Weather Update
California: Temperatures continue to cool in most growing regions, with a return of marine layer moisture in the coastal areas.
Yuma AZ: Warm, dry conditions with gusty winds.
Mexico: Cooler temperatures and precipitation in the Central region, seasonal temps in the North.
Florida: Colder, wetter weather expected most of the week.
Ohio: Seasonal temperatures with clouds and some sun.
Commodities at a Glance
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Apples: Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Asparagus: Quality is good, 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 higher |
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Berries (Blackberries) : Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Berries (Blueberries): Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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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 good, pricing is higher |
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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 higher |
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Citrus (Lemons): Quality is good, pricing is lower |
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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 lower |
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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, supply is limited |
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Grapes (Red): Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Green Onions: Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Kale: Quality is good, pricing 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 higher, supply is limited |
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Lettuce Leaf (Tender): Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Melon (Cantaloupe): Quality is fair, pricing is higher, supply is limited |
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Melon (Honeydew): Quality is fair, pricing is higher, supply is limited |
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Melon (Watermelon): Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Onions: Quality is great, 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 fair, pricing is higher, supply is limited |
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Potatoes (Colored): Quality is good, pricing is higher, supply is limited |
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Squash: Quality is good, pricing is steady |
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Tomatoes: Quality is good, pricing is steady |
