Raspberries – Volumes will continue to increase steadily until early May. Overall fruit quality and size is very good.
Grapefruit – Good supply and very good quality out of Texas and California.
Iceberg Lettuce – Market has seen a significant increase in pricing. Rain and cool weather in northern California over the past 4 to 6 weeks has affected available supplies.
English Cucumbers – Good supply available with excellent quality.
Cantaloupe – Strong cantaloupe supply this week. Overall quality remains strong with brix levels at 13-16%.
Asparagus – Market is very active, especially on large and jumbo sizes. Expect higher markets for the next two to three weeks as growing regions ramp up.
Red Bell Pepper – Market is steady and supply is good.
Iceberg Lettuce – Supply is poor due to drastic crop losses caused by two heat waves in the last month. Quality is poor and shelf life is not at its best. The market is extremely high.
Romaine & Romaine Hearts – Supply will remain tight. Reduced supply and elevated markets are expected.
Spring Mix – Better supply and quality is improving.
Pears – This is a good time to change up your grilling focus…Slice pears in half, core them and brush with melted butter. Place on the grill flesh side down. Cook till you see beautiful grill marks, then sprinkle with some salt and cinnamon for a sweet and salty bite!
Pineapples – Quality is extremely high. Expect good quality and supply for the remainder of 2020.
Iceberg Lettuce – Supply continues to decrease and quality has been fair. The forecast is for higher prices.
Cabbage – Red – Supply is plentiful with great quality.
Kale – Green – Supply is expected to be plentiful for the next few weeks.
