For the week ending November 8, 2025
Inventories of foodservice-size apples remain moderate to light, with the market holding steady.
Mexico’s asparagus volume is rising from Baja California Sur and Sonora as new fields open ahead of Thanksgiving, though yields remain low from earlier rain. Production in Caborca, Hermosillo, and Sonoyta is strong but about half of last year’s, with good quality and smaller sizes. Peru’s northern fields are ramping up, with heavier arrivals expected by early December. Overall supply is improving but still below normal, keeping markets firm, especially on larger sizes.
Markets remain soft as trees hold ample fruit and demand is low. Currently, Flora Loca and Aventajada are the main crops being harvested and shipped, with both showing similar dry matter and oil content in the mid-to-high 20% range.
Markets remain steady on this item from Mexico, though loading delays persist due to road blockades tied to ongoing labor strikes.
Steady Peruvian arrivals are putting downward pressure on the market, while Mexican production continues to increase into November and is expected to peak in December.
Markets remain steady on this item from Mexico, though loading delays continue due to road blockades caused by ongoing labor strikes.
The market remains extremely tight, with demand exceeding supply. Shorter daylight hours and cooler temperatures are contributing to reduced yields. We anticipate this limited supply trend to continue throughout November. Central Mexico production is expected to increase over the next few weeks, helping to offset some of the excess demand currently being experienced in California. Florida will begin harvest next week in a very limited capacity, with only pallet quantities being harvested as crews work to maintain the ranches until the full season begins in 3–4 weeks.
Broccoli supplies remain limited but are beginning to improve. Some pinrot from crown moisture is reducing yields, though mostly manageable. Insect pressure remains a key concern. The market is expected to soften slightly heading into the weekend.
Broccolini Short Supply (weather related).
Brussels sprout supplies remain extremely limited, with growers in Salinas Valley and Oxnard facing ongoing insect pressure, some decay, and smaller sizing.
Cauliflower supplies remain limited but are showing improvement this week. Expect the market to ease slightly heading into next week.
Harvest is underway in the Cuyama/Lancaster region and will continue through November. Sizing is consistent with no expected issues.
Marsh Rubies are available, peaking at 48ct, and shipping from Riverside and the San Joaquin Valley. Star Ruby is in stock and shipping.
Markets remain strong, though District 1 (San Joaquin) is starting light. Volume is low as fruit needs gassing to color. District 3 (CA Desert/AZ) is the main region, but supplies will decline. 140ct and smaller remain tight. Mexico is also available for South Texas loads.
The market is trending lower as more limes shift from the Mexican domestic market to export, increasing cross-border volume. Quality may vary, so be cautious with lower-priced offers. Smaller sizes are tightening, with fruit peaking on 110s, 150s, and 175s. Offshore Colombian and Honduran fruit remain available in the East.
California navels are ramping up, with markets improving as more fruit comes online. Peak sizing is 72/88/113ct, and fruit is being gassed for 4–5 days to enhance color.
Demand is up this week in both Northern and Southern CA, with higher pricing on value-added products. Large sizes are most available. Expect the market to strengthen weekly ahead of Thanksgiving, with quality reported as above average.
Lighter Eastern production has firmed up Western prices, while strong Mexican output is helping to keep the market in check. Product is available through San Diego and Nogales.
Cooler weather in Georgia has sharply reduced eggplant production, tightening supplies and pushing FOB prices higher. Florida’s new crop should begin in 7–10 days, easing the shortfall. California supplies remain steady, and Mexico’s first harvest is underway with stronger volume expected next week.
California garlic is progressing with good quality, complemented by ongoing Mexican supplies.
The grape market continues to rise as recent weather and seasonal factors tighten supplies. Greens are expected to remain tighter than reds for the rest of the domestic season.
Green onion supplies have improved, with the market expected to remain slightly elevated into next week.
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Huron production is increasing with multiple suppliers, while Salinas remains moderate with lighter weights. Huron weights are better at 37–39 lbs and cleaner than Salinas. Demand continues to exceed supply, with third-tier price escalations on value-added products.
Demand exceeds supplies on romaine, butter, and green and red leaf. Value-added items remain on third-tier escalation all week. Romaine hearts will be light throughout the week. Arrivals of all leaf items show light weights with fringe and tip burn. Huron production is moderate at best.
Tender leaf supplies remain tight due to lower yields from insects and recent hail, with limited availability expected into next week.
Kale supplies and quality remain strong, with similar conditions expected into next week.
The Westside season is winding down, with cantaloupe pricing elevated due to rain-related yield losses. Markets remain high with triggers in effect until supplies improve. Fields are producing mostly 9s, and sizing will stay challenging through the end of the domestic season. Offshore arrivals are expected by mid-November, and rains in Jamaica have so far missed key growing areas.
Honeydews are available from both domestic sources and Mexico. The domestic transition was delayed by heavy rains, while Mexican fruit is shipping through Nogales. Fields are producing mostly sizes 4, 5, and 6.
Domestic watermelons are available on both coasts, though supplies are very light and prices are rising as volumes decline. Mexican melons through Texas and Nogales are limited, with quality still affected by last month’s rain.
Onions are available from WA, ID, and UT, with strong domestic demand. Rain in Idaho may affect harvest schedules, and both trucking and weather will influence the market through year’s end.
Onions are available from WA, ID, and UT, with strong domestic demand. Rain in Idaho may affect harvest schedules, and both trucking and weather will influence the market through year’s end.
Anjou pears are in strong production. Regular storage Bartletts are showing lighter color and shorter shelf life compared to recent weeks, with some shippers opening controlled atmosphere rooms. Bosc and Red pears remain in good supply.
Western markets remain firm as Coachella begins light green production, with shippers consolidating loads in the valley alongside other warm veg. Oxnard still has some volume but is past its peak. Nogales is about three weeks from starting. Eastern supply remains strong with promotable volumes, and North Florida is set to start later this week.
Thunderstorms in Costa Rica are impacting growing regions through the end of October and into early November 2025, limiting pineapple supplies for the remainder of the year. Crownless pineapples remain in high demand. Expect substitutions, cancellations, and order changes. Mexican pineapples are available in limited supply, with overall quality and taste remaining good.
Harvest is now complete, and we have moved into storage crops. Supply is strong, and demand remains steady heading into the holiday pull. Burbank potatoes are gradually becoming available, with Norkoths as the primary variety. Washington potatoes are delivering excellent quality, with mid-size potatoes peaking; large and smaller counts remain tight. Color potatoes are also available. Trucking continues to influence the market. New-crop sweet potatoes are now available from North Carolina.
Mexico: Late rains limit Sonoran zucchini, keeping prices high; volume should rise in 10 days. Yellow squash may firm as production normalizes. Georgia: Cooler nights slow harvests, but quality is excellent; limited Mexican zucchini keeps markets firm. Florida: Central harvests just starting, with broader production in 1–2 weeks; markets remain elevated until full production ramps up.
MI grown acorn, butternut, delicata, kabocha, and spaghetti all in stock and shipping.
Domestic peaches, plums, and nectarines have finished for the season. Imported peaches and nectarines are expected to arrive on both coasts around mid-December. Pomegranates, persimmons, and Asian pears will remain in good supply through October and November, while the domestic kiwi market stays steady with slightly lower prices.
Round: Eastern supplies light as VA/TN finish; Florida ramping with strong quality; Mexico moderate. Roma: TN finishing; Florida rising with strong quality; Mexico improving but still light. Grape: Eastern tapering; Florida gaining with excellent quality; Mexico steady.
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