For the week ending May 10, 2025
The apple market remains stable overall, with minor price drops in some varieties. Foodservice sizes of Red Delicious, Golden Delicious, Granny Smith, Gala, Fuji, and Pink Lady are readily available. However, Cosmic Crisp and Honeycrisp are exceptions: Cosmic Crisp has a larger crop but fewer small sizes due to bigger fruit, while Honeycrisp supplies are down over 35%, pushing prices beyond typical foodservice levels.
Asparagus supplies are improving, with increased volume from Peru steadily driving prices down from recent highs. In Mexico, Baja production is ramping up slowly as the Caborca season ends. U.S. supplies have begun in Washington, with Michigan expected to start by mid-May. Overall, the market trend is expected to continue downward into next week. We will keep you updated when Michigan Asparagus arrives, our suppliers are estimating 7-10 days. We currently have Indianna asparagus in stock, so we know MI is right around the corner.
Markets are stabilizing as more offshore products arrive on both coasts. Smaller sizes, particularly 48ct and below, are in a better position, while larger fruit remains constrained. Harvest has been impacted due to Mexican Labor Day, but California’s season is in full swing.
Santa Maria is peaking amid strong demand this week, while Oxnard volumes are declining quickly. Salinas and Watsonville are ramping up just in time to meet increased Mother’s Day demand. Advance ordering is recommended to ensure full order fulfillment. Stem berries are available for Mother’s Day, with larger fruit sizes coming from both Northern and Southern districts.
We will see some relief in availability over the next few weeks as Georgia production increases next week.
Similar to blackberries, this item will remain tight until West Coast production begins in late May or early June. Until then, a shortage from Central Mexico will persist.
This item will remain tight until West Coast production begins in late May. Additionally, Georgia will start production in the next two weeks. Until then, we can expect a gap in supply from Central Mexico.
Broccoli quality and supplies are steady and strong this week, with more of the same expected for next week.
The sprout market remains very active, with industry supplies well below normal and strong demand. Open market prices continue to rise, and this trend is expected to continue for the next 2-3 weeks.
Harvest in the Imperial Valley is going strong, with a positive outlook ahead. Lake Park, GA is shipping a variety of products, including chunks, cellos, jumbos, and babies, and is expected to continue through May, barring any weather disruptions.
Cauliflower supplies are improving across all areas, with good quality expected this week. Markets are expected to remain steady into the next week.
Markets are firming up across the board as recent rain has helped fruit size up, tightening supplies of 140ct and smaller. Small fruit is expected to remain limited until District 2 (Ventura/Oxnard) increases volume in June. For now, District 1 (San Joaquin Valley) remains the primary growing region, with only light support from District 2.
The market is slightly higher due to lighter crossings through McAllen, TX, and stronger demand ahead of the Cinco de Mayo holiday. Fruit continues to peak on 200s and smaller sizes. Offshore fruit remains available, trailing FOB prices in Texas. The market is expected to ease after Cinco de Mayo.
Star Ruby are in current supply. Peaking at 40ct and larger sizes, and are being shipped from Riverside and the San Joaquin Valley. Star Ruby are known for deep red-pink flesh and sweet-tart flavor. These grapefruits are generally smaller than other grapefruit varieties and have a smooth, yellow-orange rind with a red blush when ripe. The flesh is juicy and tender, with a high juice content and a slightly acidic, tangy flavor.
Markets are trending upward as the navel season moves past its peak, with wrap-up expected in June. Small fruit will remain limited through the end of the season. Suppliers are closely monitoring remaining navel supplies to fulfill contracts while aiming to delay the Valencia transition to ensure adequate supply through fall. Valencia oranges are expected to begin in early June.
Pineapple supply will remain tight until new fields are harvested. Flexibility in sizes will be necessary to balance supply and demand. Costa Rican pineapples remain the primary source, with contracted business taking priority. Vessel delays are affecting loading schedules, and suppliers are working quickly to offload product. Mexican pineapples are available with good to excellent quality.
There is ample availability to meet demand for this commodity, with large sizing being the most readily available. Very minimal seeder has been reported, and overall quality is above average across the industry. Strong production will continue from Oxnard/Santa Maria. Shippers will continue to add a delivery charge for loading in Salinas.
Supply is coming from multiple regions, including Baja, Nogales, Central Mexico, Florida, and now Georgia. There is a good overlap between old and new crop, and we expect a steady market with improved supply over the coming weeks.
Volume and quality from Nogales are decreasing, with mostly choice grade available. A new crop from Coachella is set for its first harvest this coming weekend. Florida supply remains very limited as we await the start of new fields in the Central Florida area.
Garlic quality remains strong, with supplies expected to stay steady in the coming weeks.
Grape prices are continuing to rise, particularly for quality green grapes. The market is split, with lower-quality fruit selling at a discount. Red grapes are also increasing in price, but at a slower pace than greens. There are wide variations in both quality and price.
Florida Green Beans are experiencing tight supplies and higher pricing. Despite the elevated prices, quality remains strong.
Green onion supplies remain steady, and the market is expected to stay stable into next week.
Ideal weather conditions in both the northern and southern growing regions have resulted in a surplus of this commodity. Expect steady supplies for the rest of the week. Quality remains strong, with weights ranging from 39 to 44 pounds.
Green leaf, red leaf, romaine, and romaine hearts will be in abundant supply this week, with strong quality and minimal issues such as fringe or tip burn. Consistently good weights and favorable weather conditions are driving the current surplus.
Arugula, spinach, spring mix, and baby kale are all in good supply and quality this week, with this trend expected to continue into next week.
Kale supplies and quality are strong this week, with this trend expected to continue into next week.
The cantaloupe market is strong, driven by recent retail ads. Guatemalan melons are affected by universal tariffs, and price strategies are being reassessed. Mexican cantaloupes are peaking on larger sizes with good to excellent brix levels. The domestic melon season is on track to begin in the last week of May, if not sooner.
The Honeydew market is steady due to recent retail ads. Honeydews from Guatemala are impacted by the universal tariffs and price strategies are being reviewed. Mexican honeydews are also peaking on large sizes. The introduction of new fields from Mexico has helped the market. The Domestic Melon season is on pace to start last week of May if not sooner.
Mexican watermelons are increasing in supply just in time for the Mother’s Day pull, with ample supply and good quality helping to push the market on the West Coast. Florida domestic watermelons have just started, offering good quality, though demand remains light.
Storage onion production is wrapping up this week in Idaho and Oregon. The Texas onion crop will finish in a few weeks, with Mexican crossings continuing through July. Brawley, CA is ramping up, with all three onion colors available, and Georgia onions have started this week. Jumbo white onions remain limited, with imports coming from other regions and Mexico. Sweet & Fresh Vidalia onions from Georgia are now available.
Domestic pear supplies remain limited and are expected to stay tight until mid-July, when California’s new Bartlett crop becomes available. Washington’s pear production is down 25-50%, depending on the variety and region. Bosc pears are nearly finished, leaving Anjou as the dominant variety. Imported Bartlett pears are now arriving on both coasts, offering an alternative for businesses that don’t require domestic product. The influx of imports has helped stabilize or even lower Anjou prices.
Out West, Nogales still has availability, but volume is tapering off as Coachella production ramps up. Coachella fruit is of great quality, peaking on XL and Jumbo sizes. Florida’s supply is inconsistent, with a mix of old and new crop available. Georgia production is expected to begin by mid-May.
The market is steady with stable pricing. Color potatoes are available from Florida, Idaho, and North Dakota, while demand for yellow potatoes is increasing. Sweet potatoes are available from North Carolina, Arkansas, and California.
Domestic stone fruit is 10–14 days out, starting with cherries and apricots, followed by peaches and nectarines, with plums arriving in early June. Imported peaches and nectarines are finished, and plums are nearly done. The kiwi market is steady, with domestic supply now supplemented by imports from Italy, Greece, and newly arriving Chilean fruit.
There is good supply across the board, with Nogales still producing ample zucchini and yellow squash. California production is set to start next week. Florida’s spring crops are also in good supply, and Georgia is now producing as well.
Markets are fairly steady with good availability in most areas. Sinaloa production is winding down as Baja and Central Mexico ramp up. Florida production remains steady, though romas are a bit light. Overall, production from the Ruskin/Palmetto area is steady.
*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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