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APPLES
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QUALITY: GOOD
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SUPPLY: MODERATE
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Markets remain relatively steady, however, many varieties continue to be lighter on larger sizes. Quality remains good.
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ASPARAGUS
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market is active as Mexican supplies tighten further due to cold weather conditions. Jumbo and XL spears will be extremely limited for the next few weeks. Peru is not expected to be able to provide adequate supplies for another 2-3 weeks. Quality remains good overall.
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AVOCADOS |
QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market remains steady as good volume and quality continue to be seen out Mexico, however, size profiles are shifting with 60ct and smaller in lighter supply as growers transition to higher elevations where larger fruit is being produced.
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BANANAS
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QUALITY: GOOD
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SUPPLY: SHORT
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Market continues to soften as supplies improve. The supply chain is expected to be back to normal within the next week or so. Quality remains good overall.
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BERRIES
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Strawberry market remains active due to cold temperatures and rains having impacted harvests; all three growing regions have seen a drop in yield. Rain damage, white shoulders and pin rot are the most commonly reported defects. Blueberries are relatively steady with a majority of supplies being seen out of South America. Defects include desiccation and breakdown. Raspberries and Blackberries are relatively steady with no significant concerns currently being reported.
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BROCCOLI
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Broccoli market is beginning to show signs of easing as supplies improve with production moving back to Salinas. Quality remains fair to good. Broccolini demand continues to exceed supplies due to wind, cold and rain.
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CARROTS
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market remains steady with good quality and supply.
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CAULIFLOWER
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market is improving as production out of Salinas begins and demand declines. Quality, color and supply have improved.
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CELERY
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market is steady with fair to good quality. Yuma is wrapping up with production preparing to transition back to Oxnard.
Discoloration remains the most commonly reported defect.
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CUCUMBERS
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market remains steady despite imports winding down. Quality remains good. Most commonly reported defects include scarring and misshapen product.
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EGGPLANT
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market is easing as demand begins to declines. Quality is fair to good.
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GRAPES
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Markets remain relatively steady with adequate supplies being seen out of South American. While supply hasn't been too significantly impacted as they transition varieties, quality has declined somewhat.
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LETTUCE
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Iceberg, Leaf, Romaine and Arugula markets remain active as supplies are further impacted by the impending transition. Quality varies due to recent cold weather conditions. Spring Mix remains relatively steady with good quality being seen overall.
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LEMONS
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market steady, though smaller fruit is tightening. Quality is fair to good.
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LIMES
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market remains active as rains impact production. Quality is fair.
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MELONS
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market is strengthening for Honeydew and Cantaloupe as retail pressure increases for the Easter holiday. Watermelon supplies continue to be lighter with mixed quality being reported.
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MUSHROOMS
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market is active as cold and freezing temperatures have interrupted supply. Compost supplies have been compromised and are not able to keep up with demand. Shorter supplies are expected for at least the next 2 weeks. Quality is fair to good.
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ONIONS
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market remains steady with good supply. Quality is good on all colors.
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ORANGES
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market continues to improve as navel supplies increase for all sizes and grades, but persistent rains in CA may hinder progress. Quality remains good.
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PEPPERS
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market is steady with adequate volumes being seen. Supply and quality remain good.
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PINEAPPLES
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market remains steady. 7ct have become somewhat limited. Quality remains good.
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POTATOES
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market is steady with good supply and quality being seen overall. Russets are heavier on smaller sizes.
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SQUASH
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market remains active due to Mexican supplies having been affected by a mix of cold temperatures and rain.
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TOMATOES
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Markets continue to strengthen as winter crop volumes decline, while spring crops are running behind schedule due to cooler temperatures. Quality continues to be good overall.
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