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APPLES
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QUALITY: GOOD
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SUPPLY: MODERATE
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Markets are reasonably steady for most varieties, however, Golden Delicious, Braeburns and Honeycrisps are on the rise as they've entered into a production gap. Quality remains good.
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ASPARAGUS
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market remains active as Mexico continues to struggle with production. Peruvian volumes are tightening as growers transition south. Quality is fair to good.
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AVOCADOS |
QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market remains active with CA and Peru winding down. Additionally, wet weather conditions in Mexico have impacted production and sizing. Expect volatility through September.
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BERRIES
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Raspberry and Blueberry markets are all relatively steady with good quality overall. Blackberries are slowly improving. Strawberry remain fair to good with steady supply.
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BROCCOLI
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market continues to strengthen due to limited Mexican supply. Quality is fair to good with reports of brown bead and hollow core.
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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, however, high temperatures may result in some discolorations and sizing issues.
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CAULIFLOWER
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market is beginning to ease due to better yields, however, quality remains fair with riciness, inconsistent sizing and discoloration being reported.
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CELERY
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market is relatively steady with good volumes being seen out of CA. Quality remains good despite reports of cracking and under-sizing.
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CUCUMBERS
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market is unsettled as the East Coast struggles with tight supply. Quality is fair to good.
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EGGPLANT
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market stronger due to high temperatures having affected the availability of 18/24ct. Quality is fair to good.
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GRAPES
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market is steady with good quality and supply.
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LETTUCE
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Markets continue to adjust as supplies improve, however, quality remains fair to good overall.
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LEMONS
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market is stronger as supplies begin to tighten on 115ct and larger. Quality remains good overall.
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LIMES
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market is increasing due to rain and high temperatures. Supplies are tightening on 200ct and larger.
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MELONS
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Cantaloupes and Honeydews are relatively steady with good quality. Watermelons have improved with better supply being seen.
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MUSHROOMS
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Market is stable with good quality and adequate supply.
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ONIONS
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Markets are easing now that the Pacific Northwest has begun harvesting. 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 out of CA.
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PEPPERS
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market is active with all colors in short supply as they transition. Quality is fair.
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PINEAPPLES
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QUALITY: GOOD |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market remains active as growers struggle with production challenges. Supplies are expected to be extremely short throughout August.
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POTATOES
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Red, Yukon and White Potatoes remain active due to CA production delays and TX having been hindered by wet weather conditions. Russets are also strong with the new crop reportedly running behind schedule. Sweet potatoes are active with very tight supplies; new crop is expected to begin soon. Quality is fair to good.
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SQUASH
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: SHORT |
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Market is easing as supplies of both Zucchini and Yellow Squash improve. Quality remains fair to good.
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TOMATOES
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QUALITY: FAIR |
SUPPLY: MODERATE |
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Markets remain strong due to high temperatures having impacted CA's volumes. Additionally, Mexican supplies are beginning to tighten on all varieties. Quality is fair to good.
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