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APPLES
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QUALITY: GOOD
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SUPPLY: MODERATE
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Market remains steady with good quality being seen among all varieties as they transition from old to new crops.
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ASPARAGUS
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market is unchanged. Supplies remain good out of Peru, while Mexican supplies continue to drop. Jumbos are limited.
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AVOCADOS |
QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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The market has somewhat leveled out. CA will be wrapping up shortly. Quality remains good.
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BERRIES
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Blackberry, Raspberry and Blueberry markets are relatively steady with good quality being seen overall, however, heat is playing a role in inconsistent sizing and texture. Meanwhile Strawberry markets are strengthening as production winds down.
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BROCCOLI
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market remains unsettled with fair to good quality. Common defects include hollow core, mechanical damage and discoloration.
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CARROTS
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market relatively steady, however, sizing does remain a concern. Warm weather conditions have led to inconsistent sizing and stem-end breakdown. Quality is fair to good.
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CAULIFLOWER
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market is unsettled. Quality is good overall with occasional reports of discoloration.
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CELERY
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market is steady with plenty of supply to meet demand. Quality has declined somewhat, but still remains good overall with mildew and cracked rib issues being the most commonly reported defects.
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CUCUMBERS
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market remains extremely active. Mexico is struggling with quality and condition and Baja production is gapping; quality is fair due to high temps. Expect product to remain short the next week or so.
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EGGPLANT
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market is steadying with increased volume being seen out of Fresno. Demand remains strong.
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GRAPES
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market is steady with good quality and no major concerns being reported.
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LETTUCE
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market is steady and relatively unchanged. Iceberg quality is fair to good with some mildew, underweight heads, misshape, puffiness, and jumbo sizing. Leaf quality is good with seeder, ribbiness, and insect damage. Romaine quality is fair to good with wind damage, fringe burn, seeder, and insect damage. Lighter plantings and a stronger iceberg market are pushing the market upward. Spring mix quality is fair to good, weak texture is contributing to mechanical damage with fewer components available.
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LEMONS
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Demand continues to exceed supplies on all sizes as volumes plummet due to poor quality and high temps. Heat has caused some fruit to start dropping from the trees. Supplies are likely to be unsettled for another 2-3 months.
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LIMES
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market remains relatively steady, with fair quality being reported. Most defects are cosmetic only. Larger sized fruit is limited.
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MELONS
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Cantaloupe, Honeydew and Watermelon
are all steady with good quality being seen.
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ONIONS
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Markets remain steady with good quality. New crop onions are looking very good with no issues being reported.
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ORANGES
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market is active with extremely limited supplies of 113ct and 138ct. Quality remains fair with re-greening and soft fruit.
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PEPPERS
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market is steady as domestic production increases for both Green and Colored peppers. Quality remains good.
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PINEAPPLES
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market is steady. 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.
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SQUASH
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market continues to strengthen as CA supplies remain limited with fair quality.
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TOMATOES
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Markets are unsettled. Demand remains strong with fair to good quality being seen overall.
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