Asparagus: Alert
Markets are up. Peruvian supplies are tightening due to weather and end of current crop.
Mexican asparagus demand remains flat, but supplies are tight as Caborca production came in
lighter and later than expected, adding pressure to the regions that are already winding down.
Quality is fair.
Berries: Alert
• Blackberry Markets are steady out of Texas and California. Quality is fair to good.
• Blueberries Markets steady. Product is shipping from Central Mexico, Chile, California,
New Jersey and Florida. Quality is good.
• Raspberries markets are steady. Quality is good
• Strawberry Markets are up. Demand is outpacing supply as we approach Valentine’s
Day. The market is expected to remain strong due to unusually cold temperatures in
Florida, which have slowed fruit development. As a result, we are experiencing
temporary shortages. Meanwhile, West Coast production is steadily increasing under
ideal weather conditions. Overall quality ranges from fair to good.
Broccoli:
Broccoli markets are coming off. Planting gaps from late November and early December rain
events limit available volume. There is an AOG trigger on all value-added Broccoli items. Quality
is fair to good.
Brussel Sprouts:
Markets are coming off. There is an AOG trigger on all value-added Brussel Sprout items.
Quality is fair to good.
Cabbage:
• Green Cartons: Markets are coming off. Quality is good.
• Red Cartons: Markets are steady. Quality is good.
• Bagged Cabbage: Markets are steady. Quality is good.Carrots: Alert
• Cello markets are steady out of Mexico. Quality is good.
• Loose markets are tight. Southern San Joaquin carrot harvests face significant delays
following two months of poor weather and recent heavy rains. Saturated fields have
halted equipment, and yields are expected to suffer, keeping supplies tight for the next
2–3 weeks until the Imperial Valley transition in mid-to-late February. While value-
added items remain available, commodity prices are rising. Quality is good.
• Value-add Carrots are tight due to the current conditions in California. Baby and value-
added carrots remain available but are being closely managed. Prorates are happening
at loading time. Quality is good.
Cauliflower:
Markets are up. This upward pressure is driven by reduced harvest volumes, a direct result of
the planting disruptions caused by the November and December rains. There is an AOG trigger
on all value-added Cauliflower items. Quality is fair to good.
Celery:
The market is up. There is an AOG trigger on all value-added Celery items. Quality is fair to
good.
Citrus: Alert
• Lemon: Markets are steady and improving as increased harvests from District 1 (San
Joaquin Valley) boost overall supply. District 3 (CA Desert/AZ) remains the main growing
region, with peak sizes at 140ct, 115ct, and 165ct. Mexico is also running with good
volumes, but markets are higher due to freight. Quality is good.
• Limes: market is softening. Quality has been fair with limes showing stylar, skin
deterioration and lighter coloring.
• Orange: California Navel oranges are peaking on 56ct and 72ct, with small sizes (113ct,
138ct) extremely limited through May. Flexibility on size and grade is needed, with
larger Navels or Cara Caras as substitutions. Markets remain elevated on small and
premium fruit. Schools and DOD programs should consider 72ct or 88ct. Moroccan fruit
should start in two weeks. Quality is fair to good.
Cucumbers:
• Cucumber markets are steady, but supplies are tight. Mexican supplies remain steady
with good overall quality. Offshore cucumbers are starting to arrive. Market remains
firm due to tight availability outside of Mexico. Quality is good.
• Cello Cucumber markets are up. Quality is good.Eggplant: –Alert
Markets are up. Florida product has been impacted by freeze damage, and reduced Mexican
production due to recent weather is keeping pricing elevated. Quality is good.
Grapes:
Markets are steady, supply is good. Quality is good.
Green Onions: Alert
Markets are up. Green onion supplies remain very tight. Recent rains and cool weather have
reduced overall yields, keeping the market firm. Quality is fair to good.
Herbs:
• Basil: Quality is fair.
Lettuce Iceberg: Alert
Lettuce markets are up. The iceberg lettuce market remains highly active, with volatility
expected to persist well into February. Supplies are forecast to stay light for at least the next
few weeks due to limited production and marginal yields. Current reports indicate head weights
ranging between 34-40 pounds, with some shippers noting quality issues such as misshapen
heads and outer discoloration. There is an AOG trigger on all value-added Lettuce items. Quality
is fair to good.
Lettuce Leaf:
• Romaine markets are up. There is an AOG trigger on all value-added Romaine items.
Minimal reports of discoloration and tip or fringe burn. Quality is good.
• Romaine Heart markets are up. Minimal reports of discoloration and tip or fringe burn.
Quality is good.
• Green Leaf markets are up. Minimal reports of discoloration and tip or fringe burn.
Quality is good.
• Red Leaf markets are up. Minimal reports of discoloration and tip or fringe burn. Quality
is good.
Lettuce Tender Leaf:
Arcadian, Arugula, Cilantro, Parsley, Spring Mix, and Spinach. Tender leaf items like spinach,
arugula, and cilantro are tight this week due to quality issues and lower yields. Supplies and
quality are expected to improve heading into next week. There is an AOG trigger on Cilantro
and Spinach value-added items. Quality is fair to good.Melons:
• Cantaloupes: Market is steady. Quality is fair to good.
• Honeydews: market is steady. Offshore and Mexican honeydews are available but
supplies are lighter than demand. 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 have suffered significant freeze damage, with market
impacts expected to intensify in the coming days and continue through March. Although
heavy Mexican production is currently keeping the market soft, it will not be sufficient
to fully offset Florida’s losses. A major reset in the green pepper market is imminent.
Quality is good.
• Red Pepper markets are up due to cold weather. Quality is good.
Pineapples:
Markets are steady but will be tightening up. Quality is good.
Potatoes:
Markets are steady. Production is back to a full, regular week, allowing for consistent pack-outs.
Quality remains strong.
Squash: Alert
Florida squash production has been significantly impacted by recent freezes, with recovery
unlikely before late February or March. Demand has shifted heavily to Mexico, where supplies
remain limited through mid-March. Prices are escalating quickly and are expected to remain
well above seasonal norms. Quality is fair.
Tomatoes:
• Round tomato markets are up. Cold weather in FL and Mexico is slowing production.
Quality is good.
• Roma tomato markets are up. Cold weather in FL and Mexico is slowing production.
Quality is good.
• Grape tomato markets are up. Cold weather in FL and Mexico is slowing production.
Quality is good.
• Cherry tomato markets are up. Cold weather in FL and Mexico is slowing production.
Quality is good.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. Asparagus
2. B&W Arugula
3. Broccolini
4. Carrots
5. Cilantro
6. Corn
7. Green Onions
8. Green Peppers
9. Jumbo Yams
10. Lettuce
11. Oranges
12. Snow Peas
13. Spinach
14. Strawberries
15. Sugar Snap Peas
