Asparagus:

Markets have eased with increased volumes from Canada, Washington, Michigan, and Peru.

Domestic production will peal in early June and start declining by late June, which may shift

demand back to imports. Overall, tighter conditions are expected to return late June into July.

Quality is fair to good.

Berries: Alert

• Blackberry markets are coming down. Central Mexico volume is beginning to slow as

California production ramps up. Quality is fair to good.

• Blueberry markets are up. CMEX production has ended, while California is seeing lighter

volume. Georgia, Florida, and North Carolina are all seeing light production as well. The

PNW is beginning harvest in a small way; followed by Michigan in July. As we transition

to new growing regions there may be a brief supply gap.

• Raspberry markets are steady. Central Mexico volume is beginning to slow as California

production ramps up. Quality is fair to good.

• Strawberry markets are coming off. Demand is currently light, though shippers are

beginning to see estimates improve with warmer temperatures. Limited promotional

activity, combined with the loss of school business, should help markets level out over

the next several days. Quality is fair to good.

Broccoli:

Broccoli markets are slightly up. Quality is good.

Brussel Sprouts:

Markets are steady. Quality is fair to good.

Cabbage:

• Green Cartons: Markets are steady. Quality is good.

• Red Cartons: Markets are steady. Quality is good.

• Bagged Cabbage: Markets are steady. Quality is good.

Carrots:

• Cello markets have strengthened with more demand on the southern crop from out

west. Quality is good.

• Loose Markets are continuing to come down slowly out of Mexico. California Jumbo

carrots remain somewhat tight due to smaller sizing, though conditions are expected to

improve. Quality is good.• Value-add Carrots markets are steady. Quality is good.

Cauliflower:

Markets are up. Quality is good.

Celery:

The market is coming off. There is an AOG trigger on all Celery value-added products. Quality is

fair to good.

Citrus: Alert

• Lemon: Markets are up. District One has finished, leaving Ventura County/Oxnard as the

main lemon-growing region. Supplies remain very tight across all sizes, and strong

markets are expected through June. Mexico supplies are limited and remain tight.

Offshore lemons are expected to arrive in late June or early July, with larger sizes

dominating and pricing expected to remain above domestic fruit due to strong quality.

Quality is fair to good.

• Limes: The market continues to soften as lime supply continues to improve. Quality is

good with only minor oil spots and stylar.

• Orange: Markets are up. Valencias are now the main orange variety, with only limited

Navel supplies remaining at slightly higher prices. Small fruit remains very tight and is

expected to stay that way throughout the Valencia season, despite some temporary

availability while schools are out. Offshore Navels are expected to arrive on both coasts

in late June to early July, helping ease demand on domestic Valencia supplies. Quality is

fair to good.

Cucumbers:

• Cucumber Markets are down. Eastern supply remains constrained following the

conclusion of South Florida production, while Georgia volumes are limited due to recent

weather conditions. Off grade product is readily available. North Carolina production

has started and should improve availability. Overall product quality remains good.

• Cello Cucumber markets are steady. Quality is good.

Eggplant:

Markets are down. Supplies remain tight in Florida, Mexico, and California. Georgia production

has improved, easing the market. Overall quality remains good.

Grapes:

The market is beginning to transition to newer varieties such as Sweet Celebrations and Sweet

Globes. Domestic harvest should begin the last week of June. Quality is fair to good.Green Onions:

Markets are steady. Quality is good.

Herbs:

• Basil: Quality is fair.

Lettuce Iceberg: Alert

Markets are up. Demand continues to exceed supplies, keeping the market tight. Lower yields,

driven by INSV and erratic weather conditions, are the primary factors behind the shortage.

Reported defects include pink ribbing, misshapen heads, and inconsistent weights. There is an

AOG trigger on all Lettuce value-added products. Quality is fair to good.

Lettuce Leaf: Alert

• Romaine markets are steady, but supplies remain tight. Lower yields, driven by the

same conditions impacting leaf industry wide, continue to be the primary cause of the

shortage. Quality issues include tip burn, fringe burn, and lighter weights. There is an

AOG trigger on all Romaine value-added products. Quality is fair to good.

• Romaine Heart markets are steady, but supplies remain tight. Lower yields, driven by

the same conditions impacting leaf industry wide, continue to be the primary cause of

the shortage. Quality issues include tip burn, fringe burn, and lighter weights. Quality is

fair to good.

• Green Leaf markets are steady. Quality issues include tip burn, fringe burn, and lighter

weights. There is an AOG trigger on all Green Leaf value-added products. Quality is fair

to good.

• Red Leaf markets are steady. Quality issues include tip burn, fringe burn, and lighter

weights. Quality is fair to good.

Lettuce Tender Leaf:

Arcadian, Arugula, Cilantro, Parsley, Spring Mix, and Spinach. Tender leaf items are steady.

Quality is good.

Melons: Alert

• Cantaloupes: Market prices are trending upward as offshore fruit supplies have ended,

leaving domestic melons as the primary source of supply. In California, growers are

experiencing significant pressure from whiteflies, which is causing fields to decline

approximately two weeks earlier than anticipated. As a result, melon availability is

expected to remain extremely limited over the next several weeks. Quality is good.

• Honeydews: Markets are steady. Offshore honeydews are finished, while Mexican

supplies remain strong in Arizona. Domestic production remains strong in the Yuma

region. Quality is good.Onions:

Markets are holding steady. Production in Texas and California nears completion. New Mexico

and Central California have become the main loading areas for the remainder of the summer

season. Transportation conditions continue to play a key role in market trends. Overall quality

remains good.

Peppers:

• Green Pepper: Markets are down. Pepper supplies are improving as production

increases in Georgia. Demand for green peppers remains strong, keeping availability

somewhat tight. Growing regional production is expected to help stabilize supply and

bring better balance to the market. Quality is good.

• Red Pepper markets are coming off. Quality is fair to good.

Pineapples:

Markets are steady. Quality is good.

Potatoes:

Markets are trending upward as pricing continues to increase on count cartons. As the crop

nears its end, supplies of #1 cartons are becoming more limited, resulting in higher FOB pricing.

Larger-size potatoes are also tightening in availability. Transportation costs continue to

contribute to overall market strength. Quality remains strong.

Squash:

Markets are trending lower as production increases across Georgia, California, and Baja,

although yellow squash supplies remain tight. Heavy rainfall in Georgia has impacted

production levels. North Carolina and New Jersey production is increasing, adding supply to the

market. Overall quality remains good

Tomatoes:

Tomato supplies remain generally adequate as production transitions across both eastern and

western growing regions. In the East, volume is shifting from Central Florida into South Carolina

and other summer areas, while in the West, production is moving from Sinaloa into Baja,

Central Mexico, and California. Despite some lighter supplies and minor quality issues in select

regions, increasing output from newer growing areas is expected to keep availability stable

through June and into the summer season.

• Round tomato markets are slightly down. Quality fair to good.

• Roma tomato markets are slightly down. Quality is good.

• Grape tomato markets are down. Quality is good.

• Cherry tomato markets are down. 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. Artisan Romaine / Baby Romaine

2. Artisan Lettuce

3. Blueberries

4. Cantaloupes

5. Fennel

6. Jumbo Yams

7. Lettuce

8. Lemons

9. Oranges

10. Romaine

11. Romaine Hearts

12. White Chef Potatoes