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 Lettuce: 

Lettuce markets are firm. Cool weather and rain are expected throughout the week, so the markets will likely be stronger next week. Discoloration and pink ribbing are common complaints being reported. Expect harvesting delays to continue for most shippers. Quality is fair. 

Leaf: 

– Romaine markets are steady. The cool weather and rain in the growing regions will slow growth and affect quality. Blisters and peels continue to be the main defects reported. Quality is fair 

– Romaine Heart markets are steady, but there are lighter supplies forecasted for next week. The cool weather and rain in the growing regions will slow growth and affect quality. Blisters and peels continue to be the main defects reported. Quality is fair 

– Green and Red Leaf markets are steady. The cool weather and rain in the growing regions will slow growth and affect quality. Blisters and peels continue to be the main defects reported. Quality is fair 

Lettuce Tender Leaf: 

Spring mix, spinach and arugula supplies have tightened up due to the recent cold weather. Overall, the quality is fair. 

Broccoli: 

Broccoli markets are steady. Quality is fair to good. 

Cauliflower: 

Cauliflower markets are active. Supplies continue to be extremely limited due to current cold weather in Santa Maria and Yuma. Look for this market to continue to adjust higher with less supplies through next week. Quality is fair. 

Carrots: 

– Cello and Loose markets are steady. Quality is good. 

– Value-add Snack Carrots are steady. Quality is good. 

Celery: 

Markets have active. Cool weather in the growing regions continues to slow down the growth of this commodity. Large sizes are limited in availability and this will continue for the next few weeks. Cold temperatures and rain will continue throughout this week so expect moderate to light availability at best. Florida is expected to have moderate availability. Value-added product has AOG triggers. Quality is fair to good. 

Strawberries & Bush Berries: 

– Strawberries markets are steady. Product is becoming more available out of California, Baja, Central Mexico, and Florida. Quality is good. 

– Raspberries markets are steady. Quality is fair to good. 

– Blueberries markets are steady. Quality is good. 

– Blackberries markets are steady. Quality is fair to good. 

Potatoes: 

The potato market is steady. Quality is good. 

Onions: 

The onion market slightly came off, availability is good. Quality is good. 

Cucumbers: 

– Cucumber market is strong. Quality is good. 

– Euro cucumbers market has softened a bit. Quality is good 

Peppers: 

– Green bells markets are tightening. Quality is good. 

– Red Pepper markets are still up and may get slightly tighter. Quality has been good. 

Citrus 

– Orange markets are steady. Quality is good. 

– Lemon markets are steady. Quality is good. 

– Limes Costs are still elevated in Mexico. Low demand trends in the U.S. have slowed down pricing escalation. The new production cycle has fully transitioned in most operations. Overall quality and shelf life has improved, including higher pack-out yields on U.S. #1-grade fruit. As overall 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 tight throughout March and potentially into the first few weeks of April. Large fruit will be scarce, with insufficient supply on 110’s & 150’s. Consider altering your spec to complement crop trends and ensure supply. These trends align with our seasonal timeline. 

Tomatoes: 

Lower yields out of Mexico have firmed up markets, particularly on rounds. All other varieties are stable in all regions with good availability and quality. 

Herbs: 

– Basil – We are still seeing quality issues. Overall, quality is fair to good. 

Cabbage: 

– Green Cartons: Markets are steady. 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.) Scallions 4/2lb 

3.) Cauliflower Florets 2/3lb