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APPLES
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QUALITY: GOOD
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SUPPLY: MODERATE
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Markets remain steady with good supply and quality being seen. Most varieties remain heavier on smaller sizes.
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ASPARAGUS
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market continues to ease as Baja supplies improve, however, Peru remains relatively light. WA is expected to start this week. Quality has improved overall.
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AVOCADOS |
QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market continues to strengthen as demand increases as Cinco De Mayo approaches. CA volumes are steadily increasing. Quality is fair to good.
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BANANAS
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QUALITY: GOOD
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SUPPLY: MODERATE
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Market remains steady with good volume and quality.
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BERRIES
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Strawberry supplies remain light due to rain storms and cool temperature. Most common defects include pin rot, white shoulders and water damage. Blueberry volumes out of South America are fairly steady, but desiccation and breakdown remain a concern. Blackberry and Raspberries are steady with no major concern.
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BROCCOLI
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market is gaining strength as supplies tighten and quality declines out of CA as a result of recent rains. Meanwhile, Mexican volumes and quality have improved.
Broccolini demand continues to exceed supply with production having been hampered by cold, wet weather.
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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: FAIR |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market remains steady. Quality remains fair to good with bruising being the most commonly reported defect.
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CELERY
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market is steady with good overall quality, though there are occasional reports of discoloration and under-sizing.
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CUCUMBERS
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market remains steady with relatively flat demand and good volume being seen out of Mexico. Quality is good.
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EGGPLANT
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market is steady with good quality and volume being seen out of Mexico. Coachella is expected to begin production within the next two to three weeks.
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GRAPES
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market remains relatively steady with mixed quality being seen for both Red and Green Grapes. Quality is fair to good.
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LETTUCE
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Iceberg market is steady with improved quality, though sizing is inconsistent. Leaf, Romaine and Spring Mix markets are also fairly steady with mixed quality; defects are related to wind and rain damage.
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LEMONS
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market remains somewhat active. CA's central valley has wrapped up, while its coastal region is ramping up steadily and currently producing good quality.
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LIMES
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market remains unsettled, though supplies are improving on 230/250ct. 110/150ct continue to be limited. Quality is fair to good.
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MELONS
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Cantaloupe and Honeydew markets are relatively steady with good quality. Watermelon supplies remain tight with strong demand and mixed quality.
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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. 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. WA and ID are winding down, while CA and TX begin production out of their respective new crops. Quality is good on all colors.
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ORANGES
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market is active as Navels are wrapping up and Valencias have yet to start. Supplies are particularly limited on 88/113/138ct.
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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. Quality has improved now that Baja has begun.
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PINEAPPLES
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market remains steady despite limited volumes of 7ct and 8ct. Quality remains good.
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POTATOES
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market remains steady with good supply and quality. Russets continue to be heavier on smaller sizes.
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SQUASH
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market is steady with good quality and volume being seen out of all growing regions.
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TOMATOES
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Markets continue to ease as domestic and Mexican volumes improve. Quality is good overall with minimal issues being reported.
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