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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, however, smaller sizes are encountering some limitations and Granny Smiths are expected to strengthen as we enter summer.
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ASPARAGUS
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market remains unsettled as Mexico's peak production comes to an end, expect volatility over the coming weeks. Quality has improved.
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AVOCADOS |
QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market remains strong. Quality has improved and given cooperative weather conditions CA is anticipating increased volumes over the coming weeks.
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BERRIES
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Blackberry, Blueberry and Raspberry markets steady with good quality being reported. Strawberry production remains limited out of CA as Mexico winds down; quality is fair to good.
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BROCCOLI
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market activity continues as yields remain low. Discoloration, mechanical damage and yellowing are among the most commonly reported defects. Broccolini is also in short supply.
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CARROTS
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market remains steady with good supply and quality being seen.
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CAULIFLOWER
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market activity continues as yields remain low amid strong demand. Discoloration, mechanical damage and bruising are the most commonly reported defects.
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CELERY
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Demand is exceeding supplies with no relief expected until mid-June, early July. Yuma is currently winding down and Oxnard is extremely limited.
Quality remains fair with inconsistent sizing and dehydration being reported.
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CUCUMBERS
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market remains strong with limited supplies as production slows out of Honduras. Quality is fair to good.
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EGGPLANT
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market continues to ease with improved supplies and quality being reported.
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GRAPES
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Green grapes remain strong, however, Red Grapes should begin to improve leading into April. Quality is fair to good.
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LETTUCE
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Markets remain unsettled as all Leaf and Iceberg are on the cusp of transitioning back to CA. Quality remains fair for all varieties.
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LEMONS
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market is fairly steady with good quality, however, smaller sizes are beginning to tighten.
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LIMES
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market extremely active as production begins to decline with the transition to the new crop still 4-6 weeks away. Quality is fair to good.
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MELONS
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Honeydew, Cantaloupe and Watermelon markets are all steady with good quality being reported.
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MUSHROOMS
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market is extremely active as poor weather conditions seen across the country reduce composting operations; reducing both yield and quality.
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ONIONS
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market is strengthening as Northwestern supplies shrink and Texas' new crop comes up short. Quality remains good.
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ORANGES
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market is steady with good quality being seen overall as harvesting begins to normalize under improved weather conditions.
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PEPPERS
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Markets active for Green, Red and Gold Bells due to freezing temperatures having slowed production. Quality is fair to good.
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PINEAPPLES
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market slightly higher due to dryer Costa Rican weather having lowered volumes. Quality remains good overall.
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POTATOES
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Markets remain steady with good quality overall.
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SQUASH
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market is easing as Mexican volumes increase. Quality remains fair to good.
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TOMATOES
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Markets remain active with limited supply and heightened demand. Cold weather has impacted production of the upcoming spring crop. Quality remains fair to good overall.
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