Due to shifting demands and lighter than normal supplies, there is some pricing pressure on tomatoes right now. Roma and grape/cherry tomatoes have limited supply and output for round tomatoes is dipping in the Southeast.

Supplies are still light, but the spring harvest is approaching in multiple growing regions. There will be a seasonal increase in demand due to Lent, and growers have accounted for this accordingly.

Supplies are beginning to tighten up from both coasts due to some unfavorable weather in Caborca, Mexico. We are continuing to meet demand through Easter and Peru should open fields in late March/early April to help alleviate pressure on Mexico.

Warm weather has brought steady supply out of the Florida growing region and should continue this way for the time being.

The market is still high with no immediate relief. Smaller sizes remain dominant, while larger fruit commands a premium. California’s season has started ramping up but may remain limited for now due to recent rains, sizes are in the 48ct and 60ct range here. Currently elevated markets will persist until Mexico lets up.

Iceberg: Quality and weights remain full, but ongoing warm temps in Yuma may influence the season’s end before fully transitioning to the Salinas Valley.
Leaf: Availability has been restored for green/red leaf and butter lettuce, and the market is firm. While there has been some minimal fringe and tip burn, quality is excellent from everything to weight and texture. Romaine hearts remain steady.
Tender Leaf: Quality for arugula, spinach, and cilantro is much greater this week along with supply. Any insect pressure has dropped significantly, and the market is steady as can be. Prepare for transition related issues.

Supply remains strong, with quality holding strong. Warm weather has improved sizing, and the market is holding steady.

Storage supplies are strong, with ample availability of red and yellow onions. White onions remain slightly limited, but overall market conditions are stable.

We have steady supplies across all regions with enhanced quality and texture. Expect stable market conditions this week.

Supply is steady out of multiple growing regions, but green pepper has passed its peak and cold weather has restricted overall yield. Old crop quality remains solid, but new fields in Florida are yielding well-sized fruit. Mexico continues to offer excellent quality and Canada is beginning soon.

Moderate supplies continue to meet demand, with Santa Maria and Oxnard providing steady shipments. Larger sizes remain slightly tighter but are improving. Quality is excellent.

MARCH IS PRIME POTATO SEASON! Market conditions are ideal with plentiful storage supply out Idaho, where sizing and quality is optimal. The next couple of months are a wonderful time for potatoes!

Warm weather has brought steady supply out of the Florida growing region and should continue this way for the time being.

The supply of zucchini out of Florida’s growing regions is steady, but yellow squash is limited due to reduced acreage and quality concerns. New plantings should help things long term.

Florida has picked up with preferable quality and is only expected to improve from here. Mexico continues to provide a high volume with excellent quality.