For the week ending June 27, 2025
The apple market has apparently decided that June is no time for excitement. While most commodities are keeping buyers guessing, apples have settled into a comfortable groove. Golden Delicious supplies are beginning to wind down, though some shippers expect fruit to last through July. Red Delicious supplies are also tightening, but the market remains unfazed. Meanwhile, Gala and Granny Smith volumes have finally returned to levels not seen in months—a welcome development for buyers.
The West Coast asparagus market remains well supplied as Mexican and Peruvian production continues to exceed demand while domestic and Canadian seasons wind down. Domestic supplies are entering their final weeks, and as production declines, the market is expected to gradually strengthen. Looking ahead, Peru is expected to provide steady supplies through late summer, though weather concerns and reduced acreage could create supply challenges later in the year.
ALERT: Mexico’s avocado market continues to tighten as the main crop season enters its final weeks and grower participation declines. Many growers are slowing harvests in anticipation of stronger late-season pricing, pushing field costs higher as packers compete for limited supplies. Shipments from Mexico are projected to remain below U.S. demand, with California production providing some relief but not enough to fully bridge the gap. Market volatility and elevated costs are expected to persist until Peru and the Flor Loca crop begin contributing larger volumes in July. In the meantime, suppliers may require flexibility on sizing and country-of-origin substitutions to help maintain consistent availability.
MARKET ON WATCH
Central Mexico production remains lower, while California’s Central Coast is beginning to see improved volumes following last week’s warmer weather. Markets remain steady overall, with prices trending modestly higher across most shippers.
ALERT: The market remains in a significant planting gap following the early end of the Central Mexico season due to quality issues. Central California is producing only light volumes, while the Pacific Northwest is expected to begin harvesting later this week and gradually ramp up after next week. North Carolina and Georgia are nearing the end of their seasons and are also facing quality concerns. New Jersey is just starting to produce meaningful volumes, which should help support eastern markets, while Michigan is still approximately two weeks away from starting production.
TIGHT SUPPLY: The market remains in a significant planting gap following the early end of the Central Mexico season due to quality issues. Central California is producing only light volumes, while the Pacific Northwest is expected to begin harvesting later this week and gradually ramp up after next week. North Carolina and Georgia are nearing the end of their seasons and are also facing quality concerns. New Jersey is just starting to produce meaningful volumes, which should help support eastern markets, while Michigan is still approximately two weeks away from starting production.
ALERT: The market remains in a significant planting gap following the early end of the Central Mexico season due to quality issues. Central California is producing only light volumes, while the Pacific Northwest is expected to begin harvesting later this week and gradually ramp up after next week. North Carolina and Georgia are nearing the end of their seasons and are also facing quality concerns. New Jersey is just starting to produce meaningful volumes, which should help support eastern markets, while Michigan is still approximately two weeks away from starting production.
Broccoli supplies remain plentiful, and the market is expected to stay steady as we move into the weekend.
TIGHT SUPPLY:Brussels sprout production is slightly limited, though overall quality remains good. The market is expected to stay steady with a potential uptick heading into next week.
Cauliflower supplies remain strong, with good quality available. The market is expected to stay steady into next week amid continued ample availability.
MARKET ON WATCH: The Bakersfield region is currently the primary source for baby carrots, with improved availability. Jumbo carrots remain tighter due to smaller sizing, though conditions are expected to improve gradually as the season progresses.
The Bakersfield region is currently the primary source for baby carrots, with improved availability. Jumbo carrots remain tighter due to smaller sizing, though conditions are expected to improve gradually as the season progresses.
ALERT: The Bakersfield region is currently the primary source for baby carrots, with improved availability. Jumbo carrots remain tighter due to smaller sizing, though conditions are expected to improve gradually as the season progresses.
Lime prices continue to soften, though summer demand is expected to help stabilize the market in the coming weeks. Small sizes remain abundant and under the most pricing pressure, while larger fruit is more limited and continues to command premium pricing. Mexico will be the primary summer supplier, with weather and upcoming rainfall closely monitored for potential impacts on quality, sizing, and harvest activity.
ALERT: The California Valencia orange crop is heavily weighted toward larger sizes, with peak production in 56ct and 72ct fruit. Small sizes (113ct and 138ct) are extremely limited and expected to remain tight for the remainder of the season. To maintain consistent order coverage, flexibility on size and grade will be necessary, with substitutions into larger Valencias likely as small fruit becomes harder to source. Suppliers will continue to hold to contract size averages while managing overall supply, and customers are encouraged to consider 88ct or 72ct options, particularly school and DOD programs.
Production remains steady across all sizes, with 24-count being the most readily available. All escalations on value-added items have been removed. Harvesting will continue out of the Santa Maria/Oxnard region, and with no rain in the forecast, supplies are expected to remain steady throughout the week. Overall quality is expected to remain strong with most shippers.
Eastern supply remains steady, with strong production out of Georgia and North Carolina and solid quality and yields. Georgia is expected to remain active for another 2–3 weeks before volumes begin to seasonally decline. Meanwhile, Baja production is ramping up and is expected to become the primary Western source through most of the summer.
MARKET ON WATCH: Florida has finished, while Georgia supplies continue to build and are expected to improve over the next two weeks. Mexico and California remain extremely short with very limited availability. Markets are active but are expected to ease slightly as Georgia volume increases, creating potential promotional opportunities next week.
Mexican peeled garlic shipments will begin on Monday, 6/22/26, and will continue through the transition to the new California crop in late July to early August.
The Mexican deal in Nogales is nearly finished, with only limited inventory remaining as the transition to California begins. Red seedless production has started in the Central Valley and is expected to ramp up quickly over the next couple of weeks. The market is currently sharply higher compared to the end of the Mexican deal, but is expected to adjust as California volumes increase. Some California green varieties are also expected to begin later this week.
Green onion supplies remain strong overall, with availability expected to stay steady into next week, weather permitting.
ALERT: MARKET UP – SUPPLY SHORTAGE
ALERT: This market continues to strengthen. Escalated pricing on all value-added lettuce items will remain in effect throughout the week, as yields continue to run below normal across multiple suppliers. INSV and erratic weather conditions are contributing to issues such as misshapen heads, lighter weights, and some pink ribbing. The market is expected to stabilize over the next few weeks.
ALERT: Romaine hearts remain limited, while romaine and both green and red leaf have seen improved availability overall. Leaf items are expected to soften through the week, though conditions vary by shipper, resulting in wider price gaps in the market. Reported quality issues include lighter weights, tip burn, and fringe burn. Escalated pricing on all value-added leaf items will continue at a minimum through this week.
Spinach and spring mix are in good supply for normal business, with solid overall quality. Arugula varieties are also showing improvement this week.
Kale supplies and quality remain mostly good, with conditions expected to stay consistent into next week.
ALERT: Offshore cantaloupes are finished for the season, with domestic melons now the primary supply. California Desert growers are currently dealing with whitefly pressure, which is impacting yields and sizing, particularly on larger fruit. Flexibility on sizing will be necessary, and these challenges are expected to persist through the remainder of June.
Offshore honeydews are finished, while Mexican honeydews remain strong in Arizona and domestic production is active in the Brawley/Yuma region. Summer retail ads are expected to increase demand for honeydews.
Crossings from Mexico have declined, putting upward pressure on market prices. Domestic watermelons are available in limited supply from California and Florida.
ALERT: Onions from Texas, Georgia, and the California desert regions are coming to an end, with Central California and New Mexico now supplying the remainder of the summer season. Freight costs are currently the primary driver of the market.
The pear market is entering its typical seasonal phase as Anjou inventories gradually decline, with supplies expected to tighten further through June and prices edging up accordingly. New-crop California Bartletts are anticipated to arrive in late June or early July, weather permitting, which should help ease pressure on remaining Washington supplies. Washington Bosc pears are finished for the season, and Red Anjous are nearly gone, with only limited inventories still available.
MARKET ON WATCH: Eastern pepper production is transitioning, with Georgia volumes declining and North Carolina expected to begin harvest soon. California remains the primary Western supplier, with the best quality coming from newer Bakersfield fields. Overall supply is expected to remain adequate as production shifts into northern growing regions.
ALERT: The pineapple market remains stable, though supplies are tight and expected to stay that way through the end of June, with contract business prioritized. Larger sizes should gradually improve later in the month. Crowned 6- and 7- count fruit is increasing, 8-count remains steady, while crownless 8- and 10- count and organic pineapples remain limited.
Large size potatoes are beginning to tighten as packouts decline later in the season. A warmer winter has impacted storage, with some potatoes deemed unrunable, further reducing available supply. Lead time will be needed to secure product. Washington potatoes are showing strong quality and are peaking on mid sizes, while larger and smaller counts remain snug. Florida colored potatoes will be available for another one to two weeks. Yellow potatoes are tight, while reds are in a better position. North Carolina sweet potatoes remain limited until new crop becomes available.
Good supplies are available on both coasts, with multiple regions currently in production, including Santa Maria, Fresno, Baja, Georgia, and New Jersey.
California stone fruit is entering full production, running about two weeks early, with improved peaches, plums, and nectarines now available. Apricots are finished, while pluots have begun with additional varieties expected soon. Washington cherries are ramping up quickly, with the market adjusting lower as volume increases. It will be a short season, so ordering early is recommended.
Tomato supplies are improving as additional growing regions come into production. Roma volumes are building from North Florida, Georgia, California, and Arkansas, though smaller sizes will remain limited in the near term. Grape tomatoes are expected to stay firm on strong demand and reduced Southeast supply as larger growers finish up, while cherry tomatoes remain tight, particularly out of Baja. Canadian greenhouse production is steady with very good quality. Overall, Roma availability is improving, while grape and cherry markets remain snug.
*The data contained in the Del Bene Market Report is provided for informational purposes only, is not tailored to your specific purchasing needs, and is not intended as a substitute for any other publicly available market data or information. The Del Bene market report is compiled from the last-received market data provided by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and/or other market sources. The Del Bene Market Report is subject to change without notice. Nothing herein is the opinion of Del Bene Produce neither assumes any legal liability nor makes any warranty or guaranty, either express or implied, regarding the completeness, accuracy or usefulness of this information.
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