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June 02nd, 2026

6/2/2026

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  • ​Iceberg, romaine, romaine hearts, and green leaf remain active due to inconsistent weather, rain, and INSV impacts across multiple shippers. Quality issues include light weights, outer leaf discoloration, and insect pressure. Demand continues to exceed supply, keeping markets elevated.
  • Mexico’s avocado market continues to tighten as the main crop season winds down and growers hold back harvests in anticipation of higher pricing. Supply from Mexico is expected to remain below U.S. demand, while California volume remains limited. Markets are expected to stay elevated and volatile until Mexico’s Flor Loca crop and additional Peruvian volume begin ramping up in July.
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May 28th, 2026

5/28/2026

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  • Production has slowed on iceberg, romaine, romaine hearts, and green leaf due to inconsistent weather, rain, and INSV impacts across multiple shippers and growing regions. Reported quality issues include light weights, outer leaf discoloration, and insect pressure. Demand continues to exceed supply, driving prices higher.
  • Mexico’s avocado market continues to tighten as the main crop season winds down and growers hold back harvests in anticipation of higher pricing. Supply from Mexico is expected to remain below U.S. demand, while California volume remains limited. Markets are expected to stay elevated and volatile until Mexico’s Flor Loca crop and additional Peruvian volume begin ramping up in July
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May 19th, 2026

5/19/2026

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  • Butter lettuce supplies are tight due to weather and growing issues in California, especially in the Salinas Valley. Lower crop yields have led to limited availability and higher prices.
  • Eggplant supplies are limited, and prices are rising. Mexico has finished for the season, while Coachella has started but is facing major quality issues. Product shelf life has been poor, and a supply gap is expected until Fresno begins harvesting in the coming weeks
  • Artichoke (18ct) supplies are limited due to weather-related growing issues in California’s main production areas. Cooler temperatures and inconsistent growing conditions have slowed sizing, resulting in fewer large-count artichokes available. Strong demand and reduced yields are also contributing to higher prices.
  • Cucumber pricing is elevated as Mexican supplies, especially large sizes, continue to decline. California production is just beginning in light volumes, creating a supply gap and keeping overall availability tight.
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May 12th, 2026

5/12/2026

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  • INSV (Impatiens Necrotic Spot Virus) is currently impacting romaine and romaine heart supplies in the Salinas Valley. This field condition can cause internal browning or bronzing, necrotic (dead) spots on leaves and ribs, stunting and poor head development, and premature breakdown during transit or storage. The demand exceeds the supply, keeping prices elevated. 
  • Bell pepper prices are rising across all colors (red, green, yellow). Production in Mexico and Nogales is winding down, while California production is only beginning to ramp up. The market is expected to remain elevated until California reaches full production.
  • Lime prices are rising again as the new crop is producing smaller-sized fruit, limiting the availability of larger limes. Tight supplies of large fruit are continuing to put upward pressure on the market and driving the price up.
  • Tomato prices are declining as supply conditions improve, and demand weakens. Increased production from Florida and Central Mexico, along with the start of the Baja season, is boosting overall availability in the market.
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May 05th, 2026

5/5/2026

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Asparagus prices continue to stary high due to a supply gap between growing regions in Mexico. Baja California is starting, but not enough production to full fill the demand. USA will fill the void, but prices maintain elevated.
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All leafy items (romaine, romaine hearts, iceberg, and green leaf) continue to experience a supply gap.  Production is limited, and pricing continues to maintain high.

Broccolini is currently limited due to a temporary production gap in California. Recent weather has impacted growing conditions, leading to delays and uneven supply. As a result, availability is lower than usual, and prices are higher than normal.

Cauliflower and broccoli continue to be limited and higher in price due to reduced production out of California, which is not enough to meet current demand. This has also impacted floret pricing, keeping it elevated.

Limes 150-200ct- limited production out Mexico. New crop running small and large fruit limited. Price is up.
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April 21st, 2026

4/21/2026

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​Asparagus prices continue to stary high due to a supply gap between growing regions in Mexico. Baja California is starting, but not enough production to full fill the demand. USA will fill the void, but prices maintain elevated. 
White corn pricing is currently high due to strong demand and limited supply, as yellow corn is still not available. This has increased pressure on the market. New yellow corn from California is expected to be available later this week.  Pricing will remain high until the California production is in full swing.
All leafy items (romaine, romaine hearts, iceberg, and green leaf) continue to experience a supply gap.  Production is limited, and pricing continues to maintain high. We expect availability to improve as field conditions recover.  This will also impact any processed item like 4-way salad, and shredded lettuce.
Cauliflower prices are currently elevated as the Arizona–California desert season has finished, and production transitions to the Salinas Valley. This seasonal gap has tightened supply, causing demand to exceed availability and driving prices high.
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April 14th, 2026

4/14/2026

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Round 2-layer tomatoes (4x4–5x6) remain limited in availability, with pricing continuing at elevated levels. Mexico is winding down, and there is currently no production out of California or Florida to offset the gap in supply.
All leafy items (romaine, romaine hearts, iceberg, and green leaf) are currently experiencing a supply gap due to recent rain. Production is limited, and pricing has increased as a result. We expect availability to improve as field conditions recover. 
Broccoli crowns are currently experiencing a supply gap due to recent rain in Salinas and Santa Maria. Production in Mexico and Yuma, Arizona has concluded, further tightening availability. Broccoli florets are up as well.
Cauliflower is currently limited, with pricing elevated. The Arizona-California desert season has concluded, and growers have transitioned production to the Salinas Valley. At this time, volume is not sufficient to meet demand. Cauliflower floret price is up too.
Green Bells-Supply is low due to recent weather issues in Florida and Mexico. We’re also between harvests and waiting for the Coachella crop to start. The demand exceeds the supply, which is driving prices up
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March 24th, 2026

3/24/2026

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Limes: Prices are currently high due to bad weather in Veracruz, Mexico, along with a seasonal gap between harvests that has reduced supply. The winter crop is  finishing up and the summer still isn't ready.

Cilantro: Currently experiencing quality issues due to recent severe weather in Mexico and USA, including swings between drought and heavy rain, which have impacted growing conditions and crop health. As weather stabilizes and new fields come online, quality and availability are expected to improve.

Italian parsley : Currently limited and higher in price due to recent weather impacts and reduced harvest volumes in key growing regions like Mexico and California.
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Hawaiian papayas: Currently limited due to recent weather challenges in Hawaii, including heavy rains, high heat, and occasional dry spells, which have affected crop size and fruit quality. 
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March 10th, 2026

3/10/2026

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Watermelon- Supply is tight as southern Mexico finishes its season while northern regions are not expected to start until mid-April. Cool weather has slowed fruit growth, resulting in lighter volumes. Limited supply from Guatemala and Honduras has also increased demand for Mexican product. Mini watermelons are non-existent.

Limes- The lime supply continues to be tight due to a production gap between seasons as the winter crop ends and the larger summer harvest has not yet started. Severe weather, including drought followed by excessive heat and humidity in regions like Veracruz, has also reduced yields.

Cucumbers- The cucumber supply is currently tight and prices are high. Southern Mexico is finishing its harvest, while northern regions won’t start until mid-April. Cooler weather has slowed growth, and reduced supply from Guatemala and Honduras which has further limited availability.

Roma and round tomatoes (4x4-5x6) There is plenty of Roma and round 2-layer tomatoes available now, and prices have dropped significantly. Prices are expected to continue declining.
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March 03rd, 2026

3/3/2026

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Tomato supplies continue to tighten after a late-January freeze in Florida damaged crops, with reduced volumes from Mexico  adding pressure.
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Both yellow and white corn continue to be limited. Nothing available out Florida and heavily relying on Mexico to full fill the demand nationwide.

Supplies remain tight on green beans.  Limited production out of Mexico is making it difficult to fully meet demand.
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