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April 3rd, 2026 Market Report

Asparagus:

Markets are steady but supplies are still tight. Mexico ramped up production ahead of Easter, but extreme heat reduced yields and quality. Supply met demand, though fields are now declining, with many in Sonora closing soon. Production will shift to Baja in April, then Central Mexico in May. Peru volumes are increasing for the transition, with more supply expected by mid-April despite some quality concerns and rising freight costs. Quality is fair to good.

Berries:

• Blackberry Markets have come down. Supplies out of Central Mexico remain light, while California and Georgia are still a few weeks away from starting production. Quality is fair to good.
• Blueberry Markets are up. Supplies are tight out of Central Mexico, Chile, and California due to recent weather conditions. Elevated pricing is expected until California and the Northwest ramp up in April.  Florida is producing but will have short season due to freeze in early February. Quality is good.
• Raspberry markets have come down. Supplies from Central Mexico and Baja remain light. Quality is fair to good.
• Strawberry Markets are up. We are moving past heat-damaged product, with field conditions improving this week. Demand is expected to ease following the Easter pull, while yields should gradually increase over the coming days. Quality is fair to good.

Broccoli:

Broccoli markets are up and supplies are tightening. There is an AOG trigger on all Broccoli value-added products. Quality is fair to good.  

Brussel Sprouts:

Markets are slightly up. Quality is good.

Cabbage:

• Green Cartons: Markets are up. Quality is good.
• Red Cartons: Markets are up. Quality is good.
• Bagged Cabbage: Markets are steady.  Quality is good.

Carrots: Alert

• Cello markets have strengthened with more demand on the southern crop from out west. Quality is good.
• Loose Market continues to rise as Canadian crop is nearly non-existent and pressure is being put on Mexican product, pricing should ease once domestic production begins. Quality is good.
• Value-add Carrots Harvest in the Bakersfield region is complete, with only light activity starting in the Imperial Valley. Improvement across California carrots is expected in 3–4 weeks as warm, dry weather helps the crop size up. Early harvesting in Bakersfield yielded smaller carrots, forcing growers to slow picking to allow sizing. In a few weeks, sizing should be stronger, with good availability returning. Baby and value-added carrots remain available, but are being closely managed. Quality is good.

Cauliflower:

Markets are up. Quality is fair to good.

Celery:

The market is up. Yuma production is finished, with moderate supplies expected this week from Oxnard and Santa Maria. Some minor seeder issues have been reported. Quality is fair to good.

Citrus: Alert

• Lemon: Markets are up. District 3 (CA Desert/AZ) is finished. District 1 (San Joaquin Valley) is now the main growing region, peaking on 115/95/140 count, until District 2 (Oxnard/Ventura) ramps up toward late March/early April. Markets are starting to rise on 165, 140, and 200 counts as the product continues to size up. Quality is good.
• Limes: Truck crossings from Mexico into Texas declined by approximately 100 loads compared with the previous week, driven by harvest disruptions caused by excessive rainfall and growers intentionally holding back fruit. This week marks Semana Santa (Holy Week), during which most growers traditionally operate only through the early part of the week due to holiday observances. Additionally, the Veracruz growing region is forecast to receive further rainfall on Monday and Tuesday, which may further constrain already‐reduced harvesting activity. As a result, overall supplies are expected to remain limited. Pricing remains firm, supported by continued strong demand and lighter availability. Fruit sizing is currently concentrated in the 230/250/275 count range, with early indications of increased availability of 200 count fruit as the crop gradually sizes up. Conversely, 110/150/175 count fruit is expected to remain scarce and command premium pricing. Supplies of #2 grade fruit continue to be tight, with orders being filled as much as possible, but shortages continue. Overall market conditions suggest continued supply pressure and elevated pricing in the near term.
• Orange: Markets are active. The California Navel crop is heavily weighted toward larger sizes, peaking on 56 and 72 count, while small sizes (113 and 138 count) remain very limited through the season and into Valencia’s. Flexibility with size and grade will be needed, with substitutions to larger Navels or Cara Cara oranges likely. Expect elevated markets on Choice, Fancy, and small-size fruit, and encourage schools to accept 88 counts. A handful of Moroccan fruit is available. Quality is fair to good.

Cucumbers: Alert

• Cucumber markets are steady with supplies being extremely tight. Florida crop is expected to start in mid-April. Markets will remain elevated for the next few weeks. Quality is fair at best.
• Cello Cucumber markets are coming down.  Canada has started. Quality is good.

Eggplant: Alert

Markets are trending upward. Florida winter crop is nearly finished, with Spring crop expected to start in early April. Mexico continues shipping into McAllen with slight market shifts. Conditions should ease after Easter demand. Overall quality remains good

Grapes:

The grape market is rising as heavy rainfall in Chile has reduced production. Green grapes are under additional pressure from low arrivals and strong retail demand. Prompting retailers to promote red grapes and narrowing the price gap. These conditions are expected to continue until Mexican production begins in May. Quality is good.

Green Onions:

Markets are coming off and supplies are improving. Quality is fair to good.

Herbs:

• Basil: Quality is fair.

Lettuce Iceberg:

Markets are slightly down. Production is ongoing in Yuma, Santa Maria, Huron, and Salinas. Warm temperatures have caused defects like internal burn, leaf discoloration, and misshapen heads. Quality is fair to good.  

Lettuce Leaf:

• Romaine markets are slightly down. Production is active in Yuma, Santa Maria, and Huron, and Salinas. Light tip/fringe burn and lighter weights. Quality is good.  
• Romaine Heart markets are steady. Production is active in Yuma, Santa Maria, and Huron, and Salinas. Quality is good.
• Green Leaf markets are steady. Production is active in Yuma, Santa Maria, and Huron, and Salinas. Light tip/fringe burn and lighter weights. Quality is good.
• Red Leaf markets are steady. Production is active in Yuma, Santa Maria, and Huron, and Salinas. Light tip/fringe burn and lighter weights. Quality is good.

Lettuce Tender Leaf:

Arcadian, Arugula, Cilantro, Parsley, Spring Mix, and Spinach. Tender leaf items are steady. Minor insect damage and discoloration are being reported. Quality is fair to good.

Melons: Alert

• Cantaloupes: Markets are up due to strong demand.  Quality is fair to good.
• Honeydews: Markets are steady, but supplies remain tight. Offshore and Mexican honeydews are available but supplies are lighter than demand.  Fields in Guatemala and Honduras have been affected by plant viruses. Offshore pricing is up due to vessel delays.Quality is good.

Onions:

Supplies from Washington, Idaho, and Utah are available, with strong demand across the U.S. Yellow and red prices are steady, while white onions are moving higher. Transportation continues to influence market movement. Quality is good.

Peppers: Alert

• Green Pepper Florida peppers are extremely limited and declining volume as the season comes to an end. Mexico crossings are very light with sizing issues. Markets are expected to stay elevated for the next 3-5 weeks.
• Red Pepper markets are up and supplies remain tight. Quality is fair to good.

Pineapples:

Markets are steady but high.  Quality is good.

Potatoes:

Markets are up. Transportation costs are driving the market.  Quality remains strong.

Squash:

Markets are down. Florida’s spring crop is off to a strong start, with fields performing well and availability continuing to expand. Quality is good.

Tomatoes: Alert

Supplies of Roma, round, grape and cherry tomatoes are tightening due to freeze damage, weather, and production challenges in Florida and Mexico. Roma and round tomatoes face the most pressure, with limited Florida volume and early Sinaloa season endings. Grape and cherrytomatoes are lightly available. Quality is inconsistent, and supply is expected to remain constrained in the coming weeks.

• Round tomato markets are up and sold out. Quality is fair.
• Roma tomato markets are up and sold out. Quality fair to good.
• Grape tomato markets are up and sold out. Quality is fair to good.
• Cherry tomato markets are up and sold out. Quality is fair to good.

Watermelons: Alert

Lower yields and Mexican border issues are keeping watermelon prices high. Warmer national temperatures are boosting demand. Offshore melons are nearly finished, leaving Mexican melons as the main supply. Domestic production is several weeks behind due to the total crop failure in the Southeast.

Yams: Alert

Markets are active.  Jumbo yams are in short supply. Quality is good.

Market Alerts:

The items listed below are either being prorated or are in short supply.

1. Carrots
2. Corn
3. Cucumbers
4. Eggplant
5. French Beans
6. Green Peppers
7. Honeydew
8. Jumbo Yams
9. Oranges
10. Rainbow Carrots w/ 2-inch tops
11. Snow Peas
12. Sugar Snap Peas
13. Tomatoes
14. Watermelon

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