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Produce Market Report for the Week Ending June 13, 2026

Market Report Market Forecast For the week ending June 13, 2025 Market down Market Steady Market Up Apples Apple inventories are expected to tighten further throughout June. At the same time, seasonal demand typically softens during this period, which should help moderate the pace of price increases. Red and Golden varieties are expected to face the greatest upward pricing pressure, while supplies of Fuji and Pink apples are also becoming increasingly limited. In contrast, Granny Smith apples remain readily available

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The DPC Drop: Week of June 8

Hey Farmers, Tomatoes, peppers, squash, and other summer crops are settling into the fields, while leafy greens, radishes, and herbs continue to thrive. A very wet spring turned into a very dry late May, so we are regularly watering and mulching, plus weeding efforts are helping young plants establish strong roots as temperatures begin to rise.  Pollinator activity has increased throughout the farm, with bees and beneficial insects hard at work among flowering crops and native plants. These important visitors play a

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Produce Market Report for the Week Ending June 6 2026

Market Report Market Forecast For the week ending June 6, 2025 Market down Market Steady Market Up Apples The seasonal drawdown in inventories is expected to accelerate through June. While this tightening in supply will coincide with the typical seasonal slowdown in demand, price increases are expected to remain relatively modest. Reds and Golds are likely to experience the greatest impact, with Fujis and Pinks also beginning to tighten. Granny Smiths, however, remain in ample supply and are not expected

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Produce Market Report for the Week Ending May 30, 2026

Market Report Market Forecast For the week ending May 30, 2025 Market down Market Steady Market Up Apples The seasonal drawdown in inventories is expected to accelerate through June, aligning with the typical seasonal slowdown in demand. As a result, only modest upward pressure on pricing is anticipated. Reds and Golds are expected to experience the greatest impact, while Fujis and Pinks are also beginning to tighten. Granny Smiths, however, remain in strong supply and are not expected to see

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Produce Market Report for the Week Ending May 23, 2026

Market Report Market Forecast For the week ending May 23, 2025 Market down Market Steady Market Up Apples The seasonal decline in inventories is expected to accelerate in June, though softer seasonal demand should help keep price increases relatively modest. Reds and Golds will see the greatest supply pressure, with Fujis and Pinks also beginning to tighten. Granny Smith apples, however, remain in good supply and are expected to carry through smoothly until the new crop arrives.  ASPARAGUS The asparagus

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