Asparagus – Supply is increasing, quality is good, and the market is lower.
Red Leaf Lettuce – Good volume with good quality and the market is steady.
Romaine & Romaine Hearts – Production supply is beginning to trend lower. Plants that are healthy are exhibiting good color, texture, and quality overall.
Brussels Sprouts – Quality is good with minor defects, good shape and color. Start to plan for Thanksgiving needs.
Kale (Green) – Bunched kale supple is expected to be plentiful for the next few weeks.
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.
Romaine & Romaine Hearts – Production supply remains below normal budget volumes. Expect reduced supply to continue with potential for reduced fill rates.
Cantaloupe – Higher pricing anticipated as we approach Labor Day weekend. Brix levels remain in the 12-14% range.
Cauliflower – Expecting excellent volume all week.
Kale – (green) Bunched kale supply is expected to be plentiful for the next few weeks.
Romaine & Romaine Hearts – Expect reduced supply for at least the next few weeks.
Asparagus – Volume from Peru is steady, good quality.
Napa Cabbage – Supply is expected to be plentiful this week.
Apples – There is a tight supply on Granny Smith for food-service and will remain tight due to a shift in sizes. Quality is very nice across all varieties.
