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Strawberry: prices remain high as Salinas/Watsonville production declines, and the Santa Maria/Oxnard fall crop is still not ready. Confirm with Cruz on this one
Russet Potatoes: Washington’s new crop is underway, but larger 40/50ct sizes remain limited, while the crop is yielding an abundance of smaller sizes. Asparagus: High markets continue due to regional harvesting transitions, sizing challenges, and weather-related issues in key growing regions of Sonora and Baja California, as well as Peru. Green Leaf, Iceberg, Romaine & Romaine Hearts: Markets are beginning to inch higher, though supplies remain adequate. Elevated summer temperatures in the Salinas Valley are contributing to some internal burn and increased insect pressure. Green Cabbage: Markets remain tight, and prices elevated due to heavy insect pressure and seasonal weather challenges in California’s Central Coast. Strict field grading and increased crop losses are limiting packable supply. Yellow Corn: California supplies remain limited, with major grower Diamond reportedly disking fields due to poor quality. Oregon product is available but has not been holding quality well (husk turns yellow easily), while strong Labor Day demand is adding further pressure to the market.
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Medium Green Onions: Prices have increased due to tight supplies from Mexico caused by weather-related production issues. Limited availability is keeping the market firm. Could be 2-3 weeks before the market stabilizes. 90% green onions grown in Mexico, very little out California to cover the void.
Limes: Prices are being influenced by weather-related production issues in Mexico, changing fruit quality, and tighter availability in certain sizes. Recent heat and rainfall have affected fruit quality and sizing. Expect an active market with firm pricing as supplies and quality fluctuate. Broccolini -Supplies are limited as recent heat has accelerated crop maturity, creating a supply gap across the industry. Availability is tight on both Broccolini and Sweet Baby Broccoli, with increased quality concerns including yellow beading and premature flowering. The market is expected to remain firm for the next 2–3 weeks. Asparagus: High markets continue due to regional harvesting transitions, sizing issues, and weather-related challenges in Mexico and Peru. Availability remains limited, particularly on larger sizes. Expect firm, elevated market conditions through August. Brussels sprouts: Experiencing stronger pricing as demand remains high while available supply is relatively tight. |
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