March 13, 2023-March 19, 2023
Primo Weekly Market Update
Lettuce:
Lettuce markets are steady. With warmer temperatures expected in the Yuma region, expect steady supplies for the week. Some common defects being reported include misshapen heads and outer leaf discoloration due primarily to cool weather in the past weeks. Quality is fair to good.
Leaf:
– Romaine markets are steady. Some common defects being reported are blistering and peeling, fringe burn, as well as discoloration on the outer leaves. These defects are directly caused by cool temperatures. Quality is fair to good.
– Romaine Heart markets are steady, but have moderate availability. This market will likely get stronger in the next few weeks. Some common defects being reported are blistering and peeling, fringe burn, as well as discoloration on the outer leaves. These defects are directly caused by cool temperatures. Quality is fair to good
– Green and Red Leaf markets are steady. Some common defects being reported are blistering and peeling, fringe burn, as well as discoloration on the outer leaves. These defects are directly caused by cool temperatures. Quality is fair to good.
Lettuce Tender Leaf:
Tighter supplies continue on cilantro, parsleys, spinach, and arugula due to the recent cooler weather in Yuma. Weather in the growing area does start to improve going into the weekend. Overall, the quality is expected to be fair.
Broccoli:
Broccoli markets are steady. Quality is fair to good.
Cauliflower:
Cauliflower markets are still active, but seem to be coming down due to the recent warm weather in Yuma. Quality is fair.
Carrots:
– Cello and Loose markets are steady. Quality is good.
– Value-add Snack Carrots are steady. Quality is good.
Primo Weekly Market Update 3/9/23
Lettuce:
Lettuce markets are steady. With warmer temperatures expected in the Yuma region, expect steady supplies for the week. Some common defects being reported include misshapen heads and outer leaf discoloration due primarily to cool weather in the past weeks. Quality is fair to good.
Leaf:
– Romaine markets are steady. Some common defects being reported are blistering and peeling, fringe burn, as well as discoloration on the outer leaves. These defects are directly caused by cool temperatures. Quality is fair to good.
– Romaine Heart markets are steady, but have moderate availability. This market will likely get stronger in the next few weeks. Some common defects being reported are blistering and peeling, fringe burn, as well as discoloration on the outer leaves. These defects are directly caused by cool temperatures. Quality is fair to good
– Green and Red Leaf markets are steady. Some common defects being reported are blistering and peeling, fringe burn, as well as discoloration on the outer leaves. These defects are directly caused by cool temperatures. Quality is fair to good.
Lettuce Tender Leaf:
Tighter supplies continue on cilantro, parsleys, spinach, and arugula due to the recent cooler weather in Yuma. Weather in the growing area does start to improve going into the weekend. Overall, the quality is expected to be fair.
Broccoli:
Broccoli markets are steady. Quality is fair to good.
Cauliflower:
Cauliflower markets are still active, but seem to be coming down due to the recent warm weather in Yuma. Quality is fair.
Carrots:
– Cello and Loose markets are steady. Quality is good.
– Value-add Snack Carrots are steady. Quality is good.
Peppers:
– Green bells markets are strong. The supply of Florida is limited this week due to weather during the planting season, there was a delay in planting, creating heavy first-pick peppers. Mexico’s supply is limited this week. Quality is good.
– Red Pepper markets are still up and holding steady. Quality is fair to good.
Citrus
– Orange markets are steady. Markets have been low but will firm up with rain/cold weather in the forecast. Quality is good.
– Lemon markets are steady. Quality is good.
– Limes Costs are still elevated in Mexico, however, low demand trends in the U.S. have slowed price elevations. Quality defects in the form of skin breakdown/oil spots are becoming more prominent due to lack of rain; fruit is highly stressed, impacting overall shelf life. As general coloring on the fruit has darkened, blanching will become more noticeable; please note the difference between blanching and yellowing, as blanching is a quality defect and yellowing is a conditional defect. Supply is forecasted to be limited throughout March and potentially into the first few weeks of April.
Tomatoes:
Yields from Florida remain light but volume from Mexico has increased which is keeping the market steady. Tomatoes continue to come from Florida and Mexico. The quality overall is good.
Herbs:
– Basil: We are still seeing quality issues and some availability issues as well. Overall, quality is fair to good.
Cabbage:
– Green Cartons: Markets have strengthened due to St. Patrick’s Day coming up. Quality has been good.
– Red Cartons: Markets are steady. Quality has been good.
– Bagged Cabbage: Markets are steady. Quality is fair to good.
Market Alerts:
The items listed below are being prorated by Shippers.
1.) Broccolini 18ct & 3/2lb
2.) Cauliflower Florets 2/3lb
3.) Basil
4.) Fennel
