September 22nd, 2026

​Baby Iceberg:
Supplies remain tight due to INSV (Impatiens Necrotic Spot Virus), which is reducing yields and overall availability.

Broccolini:
Availability is limited because of increased pest pressure and poor crop conditions. Some growers are discing fields instead of harvesting, resulting in low yields.

Broccoli:
Markets remain elevated due to pin rot, hollow core, and Diamondback moth pressure affecting crops in California and Mexico. Strong East Coast demand is expected to keep pricing firm through the rest of the month.

Parsley:
Curly and Italian parsley continue to experience quality issues from hot weather in Santa Maria, Oxnard, and Salinas. Common defects include burnt tips, yellowing, and reduced shelf life.

Stone Fruit:

• Peaches should remain available through October.
• Nectarines are winding down and will finish by the end of the week.
• Plums and apricots have finished for the season.

Leafy Greens Alert: INSV (Impatiens Necrotic Spot Virus) is beginning to impact romaine, romaine hearts, iceberg, and other leafy items. With the desert transition to Coachella and Yuma approaching in roughly two months, supply challenges could intensify.  Taylor Farms has exited its Mexico iceberg program and is purchasing from other growers to fulfill contracts, which may add further pressure to the market.

Micros/Flowers:
Limited for this week: Arugula, Cilantro, Marigolds, Micro Marigolds, Premium Assortment Mix, and Squash Blossoms.