Asparagus:

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

Domestic Supply is coming to an end in the next few weeks, which will gradually strengthen the

market. Overall, tighter conditions are expected to return late June into July. Quality is fair to

good.

Berries: Alert

• Blackberry markets are up. Central Mexico production remains lower, while California’s

Central Coast is beginning to see improved volumes following last week’s warmer

weather. 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. New Jersey is

starting to produce meaningful volumes, which should help support eastern markets. As

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

• Raspberry markets are steady. Central Mexico volumes continue to decline, while

California production is beginning to increase as warmer temperatures support

improved harvests. Quality is fair to good.

• Strawberry markets are coming off. Demand remains soft, but recent warm weather

has significantly improved yields and increased available supplies. With schools out for

the summer and other seasonal fruits gaining retail shelf space, strawberry movement

has slowed, prompting some shippers to offer volume incentives to stimulate demand.

Strawberries remain highly promotable, and overall quality has been strong across all

growing regions. However, if overnight temperatures continue to stay above 60°F,

softer fruit may become more common in the coming weeks. Quality is fair to good.

Broccoli:

Broccoli markets are 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 steady 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. The lemon market remains elevated due to limited availability

and steady strong demand. Supplies are expected to stay extremely tight through June,

keeping pricing firm in the near term, with relief anticipated in July as offshore imports

increase. District Two (Ventura County/Oxnard region) is in full production and

supplying the majority of fruit. Quality is fair to good.

• Limes: The market continues to soften as lime supply continues to improve and summer

demand stabilizes pricing. Quality is good with only minor oil spots and stylar.

• Orange: Markets are up. The California Valencia orange crop is heavily weighted toward

larger sizes, with peak production in 56ct and 72ct fruit. Small sizes (113ct and 138ct)

are extremely limited and expected to remain tight for the remainder of the season. To

maintain consistent order coverage, flexibility on size and grade will be necessary, with

substitutions into larger Valencias likely as small fruit becomes harder to source.

Suppliers will continue to hold to contract size averages while managing overall supply,

and customers are encouraged to consider 88ct or 72ct options, particularly school and

DOD programs. Quality is fair to good.

Cucumbers:

• Cucumber Markets are steady. 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 strong as the transition to domestic product begins; this should adjust down over

the next few weeks as volumes increase. Quality is fair to good.

Green Onions:

Markets are steady. Quality is good.

Herbs:

• Basil: Quality is fair.

Lettuce Iceberg:

Markets are up. INSV and erratic weather conditions are contributing to issues such as

misshapen heads, lighter weights, and some pink ribbing. The market is expected to stabilize

over the next few weeks. There is an AOG trigger on all Lettuce value-added products. Quality is

fair to good.

Lettuce Leaf:

• Romaine markets are coming off. Reported quality issues include lighter weights, tip

burn, and fringe burn. There is an AOG trigger on all Romaine value-added products.

Quality is fair to good.

• Romaine Heart markets are coming off. Reported quality issues include lighter weights,

tip burn, and fringe burn. Quality is fair to good.

• Green Leaf markets are coming off. Reported quality issues include lighter weights, tip

burn, and fringe burn. There is an AOG trigger on all Green Leaf value-added products.

Quality is fair to good.

• Red Leaf markets are coming off. Reported quality issues include lighter weights, tip

burn, and fringe burn. 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: Alert

• Red Onion: Market is exceptionally tight due to a planting gap, resulting in limited

supplies until Washington begins harvesting around July 20. Transportation availability

continues to be a significant factor influencing market activity and pricing trends.

• Yellow Onions: Market is steady. Market conditions remain steady as production in

Texas and California approaches completion. New Mexico and Central California have

emerged as the primary shipping regions for the balance of the summer season.

Overall product quality remains strong across all growing regions.

Peppers: Alert

• Green Pepper: Markets are up with peppers transitioning from Georgia to North

Carolina. Georgia volumes declining and North Carolina to begin harvesting soon.

Expected storms down south could cause the markets to get even tighter moving

forward.

• 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 are improving as additional growing regions come into production. Roma

volumes are building from North Florida, Georgia, California, and Arkansas, though smaller sizes

will remain limited in the near term. Cherry tomatoes are expected to stay firm on strong

demand and reduced Southeast supply as larger growers finish up, while Grape tomatoes

remain tight.

• Round tomato markets are steady. Quality fair to good.

• Roma tomato markets are steady. Quality is good.

• Grape tomato markets are up. Quality is good.

• Cherry tomato markets are steady. 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. Blueberries

2. Cantaloupes

3. Fennel

4. Jumbo Yams

5. Lemons

6. Oranges

7. Green Peppers

8. Red Onions

9. Red Watercress

10. White Chef Potatoes

11. Watermelons