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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.
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ASPARAGUS
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market remains unsettled despite improving volumes being seen out of Mexico as cold weather is expected to hamper production this week. Large spears remain very tight. Quality is fair to good.
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AVOCADOS |
QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market is fairly steady, but 48ct and smaller are beginning to see some activity as demand remains strong. |
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BERRIES
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Blackberry, Blueberry and Raspberry markets remain relatively steady with fair to good quality overall. Strawberries are stronger due to recent rains having impacted volumes amid a strong Valentine's Day pull.
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BROCCOLI
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market is once again strengthening as weather conditions have slowed growth and demand climbs. Quality is fair to good.
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CARROTS
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QUALITY: FAIR |
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 gaining strength due to lighter than expected yields. Quality remains fair to good.
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CELERY
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market is active as supplies remain limited due to low yields out of CA and wet weather conditions. Quality is fair.
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CUCUMBERS
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market is steady as imports improve. Quality, color and sizing are good.
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EGGPLANT
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market are settling as Mexican volumes increase. Quality and condition have improved.
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GRAPES
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market is active due to extremely limited imports as Peruvian volumes dwindle and Chilean volumes were impacted by weather conditions. Quality has decline to fair.
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LETTUCE
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Markets are improving, however, quality is a concern. Iceberg is encountering feathering, heavy epidermal peel and puffy heads. Mildew, cupping and fringe burn are impacting Leaf. Romaine quality has become poor due to excessive blistering, decay, twisting and pinking. Meanwhile, Spring Mix quality is good overall with limited reports of mildew and mechanical damage.
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LEMONS
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market is steady with good quality, however, rain and frost could potential impact harvesting this week.
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LIMES
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market remains unsettled with fair quality overall due to cooler temperatures and the transitioning of crops. Small fruit is limited.
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MELONS
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Honeydew and Watermelon markets remain active due to limited supplies and strong demand. Cantaloupe supplies and quality are improving, but volumes continue to be limited on smaller sizes.
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ONIONS
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market remains steady with good quality overall.
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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, however, harvesting could be affected this week due to rain and frost.
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PEPPERS
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market is beginning to settle for all colors as supplies improve thanks to warmer weather conditions in Mexican growing regions. Quality remains fair to good.
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PINEAPPLES
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market remains steady with good quality.
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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 remains unsettled, but quality is improving. Scarring and discoloration are among the most common defects reported.
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TOMATOES
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Markets continue to improve as demand remains fairly flat. Overall quality has improved.
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