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APPLES
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QUALITY: GOOD
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SUPPLY: MODERATE
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CA has started on Fujis (larger sizes limited) while it wraps up on Granny Smiths (larger sizes very limited). Both markets are steady with good quality being seen. WA Red Delicious market remains somewhat active given that the new crop has yet to yield enough volume to assist with the strong demand being seen. Golden Delicious, Galas and Honeycrisps are all relatively steady despite limitations of larger fruit across the board. Note that fruit is lighter in this early crop of apples due to the warm summer WA saw this year. Quality among all varieties remains good.
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ASPARAGUS
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market is relaxing now that the supply chain is once again intact. Supplies will steadily improve out of Peru and Mexico over the next two to three weeks. Quality remains good, though larger sizes are extremely limited.
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AVOCADOS |
QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market remains active. Supplies are beginning to improve now that Mexico has begun harvesting the new crop, however, rain and low maturity continue hamper productivity.
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BERRIES
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QUALITY: POOR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Blueberries remain extremely active as supply is now not only being affected by the conditions in the Northwest, but the transition to South America fruit. Blackberries and Raspberries remain active, but signs of improvement in both volume and quality are being seen as the weather cools. Strawberry market remain active with quality concerns. Weak texture, reduced sizing, bruising and decay continue to be the most common defects reported.
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BROCCOLI
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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The market is extremely active as projections have been found to be down by as much as 55% and quality issues persist. Common defects include heavy brown bead, hollow core, decay and pin rot.
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CARROTS
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market remains somewhat active as shippers continue to struggle in achieving jumbo sizing.
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CAULIFLOWER
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market continues to gain strength due to recent high temperatures seen in Salinas having impacted quality and supply. Quality is fair with sun scald, yellowing, bruising and discoloration.
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CELERY
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market is steady, but quality remains a concern. Inconsistent sizing, discoloration are among the most commonly reported defects.
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CUCUMBERS
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market and quality are improving now that Baja and Nogales have ramped up production.
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EGGPLANT
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market remains fairly steady as volume and quality continue to improve. Quality is good overall.
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GRAPES
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market is steady as quality for both red and green seedless remains good, however, production of greens will begin declining shortly.
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LETTUCE
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Markets are active as supplies of Green and Red Leaf tighten further and heat and insect damage disrupt Romaine yields. Quality remains fair for all with ribbiness, seeder, insect damage and twisting being reported.
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LEMONS
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market is settling as supply and quality improve now that southern CA and desert regions have started. Coastal regions of CA have begun wrapping up.
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LIMES
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market remains fairly steady, though quality remains a concern with reports of styler due to recent wind and rain.
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MELONS
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Honeydew and Cantaloupe markets remain fairly steady. Quality remains good for both, though the outer appearance of cantaloupes has declined. Watermelon market will likely remain active for the next two weeks. Shipments from Mexico are expected to increase by the end the week.
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ONIONS
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market remains steady as WA and ID beginning their new crop. Yellow and Super Colossals are expected to be lighter this season.
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ORANGES
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Demand exceeds supply on smaller fruit (88-138ct); this will continue to be the trend for the remainder of the season.
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PEPPERS
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market is relaxing as supply and quality improve.
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PINEAPPLES
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market is steady. Quality remains good with brix levels of 14 and above.
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POTATOES
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market is steady. Burbanks will be available in late October. Reds, Whites, Yukons and Yams all have good quality and supply.
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SQUASH
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market is relaxing as volumes increase. Yellow Squash quality continues to struggle, but Zucchini steadily improving.
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TOMATOES
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Cherry and Grape Tomato markets are leveling out as demand softens. Roma and Round markets remain somewhat active as supplies remain lighter, however, consistent Mexican shipments coupled with lower demand should prove beneficial throughout the week.
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