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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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Produce Market Report for the Week Ending May 16, 2026

Market Report Market Forecast For the week ending May 16, 2025 Market down Market Steady Market Up Apples The market remains steady with minimal overall movement. Supplies are declining seasonally and are expected to stay aligned with softer demand in May. As schools break for summer, pricing should hold close to current levels. Retail bag programs continue to absorb a significant share of smaller fruit, prompting foodservice buyers to adjust with alternative sizes. Availability of 100-count and smaller fruit remains

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Produce Market Report for the Week Ending May 9, 2026

Market Report Market Forecast For the week ending May 9, 2025 Market down Market Steady Market Up Apples The market remains steady overall. Supplies are seasonally declining and are expected to come into balance with softer demand in May. As schools break for summer, pricing should remain close to current levels. Retail bag programs continue to absorb a significant portion of smaller fruit, requiring foodservice customers to adapt by utilizing alternative sizes. Availability of 100-count and smaller fruit remains tight

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Mother’s Day Highlights

Mother’s Day calls for freshness, elegance, and color, and this season’s specialty lineup delivers. Whether you’re plating brunch, crafting desserts, or curating memorable presentations, these ingredients help elevate the experience. Here’s what’s available now for your Mother’s Day menus and displays. Petite & Microgreens to Brighten the Plate Petite® Watercress Pink Ice™ This visual standout features dark green stems and leaves with brilliant pink edges and veins. It adds light crunch and a peppery bite, ideal for salads, sandwiches, or

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Produce Market Report for the Week Ending May 2, 2025

Market Report Market Forecast For the week ending May 2, 2025 Market down Market Steady Market Up Apples Little has changed in the market. Declining supplies and softer May demand should keep things balanced, with prices holding steady as schools break for summer. Retail bag programs continue to absorb smaller fruit, leaving 100-count and smaller sizes tight across Cosmic Crisp, Honeycrisp, Pink Lady, and Gala until the new crop arrives. ASPARAGUS Mexico asparagus is extremely tight with declining San Luis

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