ONTARIO LOCAL
** SOON ** RHUBARB– Ontario hothouse Rhubarb should start over the next 7-10 days. Supplies will be very light to start but will improve into April. Pricing will be very high compared to field rhubarb, which will start in late June.
POTATO– Growers continue packing product out of storage. Whites, reds and Yukon golds and chef large #1 are all available.
WAX TURNIP (RUTABEGA)- Rutabaga continues to ship out of storage with good supplies. Prices remain steady.
CARROT– Carrot growers continue packing out of storage. Quality is very good and prices are slightly higher due to demand from the USA. Heirloom multi colored and red carrot supplies are steady with good quality.
MUSHROOMS– Supplies are good with no disruptions in supply expected.
CABBAGE– Growers continue packing cabbage out of storage. Green and red cabbage supplies are very good. Savoy supplies are starting to get low. Pricing is steady with good demand.
APPLES– Apples continue to be shipped out of storage. Gold Delicious, MacIntosh, Royal Gala, Honeycrisp, Empire, Spartan, Cortland, Red Delicious, Ambrosia and Fuji are all in very good supply. Quality is very good with all sizes available.
HOTHOUSE LETTUCE– Supplies of Sensei Farms baby lettuce are very good with very good quality and exceptional shelf life. Hydroponic boston/butter supplies are good.
HOTHOUSE STRAWBERRIES– Very light supplies of Ontario hothouse strawberries continue with strong demand. Most supplies are going to retail programs. Quality is very good; however, berry size is on the smaller side.
ENGLISH CUCUMBERS– Production is improving, but very slowly. Quality is very good. Pricing is fairly steady as the season ramps up and more growers will begin harvesting into March. Sizing is leaning to the smaller sizes, however, medium and large are available.
Tariff Update
** NEW ** Friday February 20, 2026, the United States Supreme Court ruled that the US president overstepped his powers under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) when he set broad tariffs last year, making them illegal. The president responded within an hour of the ruling, shifting to the Trade Act of 1974 to enact a 10% global replacement tariff which applies to goods from nearly every nation. This statute allows the president to impose temporary levies/tariff for 150 days. Any extension requires congressional approval. Then, Saturday February 21, 2026 the president increased the import tariff from 10% to the maximum allowed, 15%. USMCA compliant goods of Canada and Mexico will continue to be tariff / duty free. It is important to note that this affects product arriving into the United States only. Offshore produce items arriving into the United States, then sold to Canadian customers have had the import tariff paid by the importer and the cost added to the product, unless the product arrives to a bonded warehouse in the USA for immediate transhipment to Canada, avoiding the US tariff. Canada has not introduced retaliatory tariffs against US imports.
Announced, November 14th, 2025 tariffs for products imported into the USA were removed from over 200 grocery items. Tropical fruits such as avocados (except from Mexico where the USMCA agreement is already tariff free), pineapples and mangos, bananas, oranges and tomatoes from anywhere except Mexico, where the anti-dumping duty remains in place, had their tariffs retroactively removed effective November 13th. There are several items the tariffs were not removed, such as cantaloupe, honeydews, asparagus to name a few.
Effective September 1, 2025, the 25% Canadian retaliatory tariffs for items that fall under the CUSMA free trade agreement will end. The list of items includes all USA grown tomatoes, cherry & grape tomatoes, beans, oranges, mandarins, tangerines, satsumas, clementine’s, lemons, limes, pomelos, papaya, watermelons, peaches, nectarines, cherries and plums.
** RULED ILLEGAL ** A new round of US tariffs took effect Friday August 7th that will affect imports from the USA for pineapples from Costa Rica; rate was 10% now 15%, bananas from Ecuador, rate was 10% now 15%. Citrus from South Africa is 30%. Mangoes from Brazil have a 50% tariff. Peru has been assessed a 10% tariff, while Guatemala remains at 10%. Again, this is only for products landing on US soil, sold to Canadian destinations. If these products can land in Canada, bypassing the US, there will be no tariffs. There are no additional tariffs on items that fall under the Canada, US, Mexico agreement. As Canada and the US did not reach an agreement by August 1st, items not covered by CUSMA are subject to a 35% tariff into the US. Canada has not announced any further retaliatory tariffs.
On Monday July 14th, as previously announced, the US U.S. Department of Commerce announced it is withdrawing from and terminating the 2019 Agreement Suspending the Antidumping Duty Investigation on Fresh Tomatoes from Mexico. In its place, a 17.9% anti-dumping duty on Mexican tomatoes destined for the USA replaced the agreement. Canada can still import Mexican tomatoes duty free under the USMCA agreement. Roma and round tomato market impacts are expected to be minimal until the main Mexican season begins in the Fall. Grape and cherry tomato supply is more reliant on Mexico and markets may react differently.
The April 2nd, tariff announcement, in Washington, confirmed Canadian and Mexican produce, destined for the USA that are compliant under the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), are not subject to additional tariffs. That being said, many produce items from Central America and other countries imported into the USA and then sold to Canada are now subject to a blanket 10% tariff. This includes offshore avocados, bananas, French beans, pineapples, melons and some herbs among numerous other products. There is great concern about the broader application of tariffs on global trading partners and the potential disruptions to supply chains and market stability.
MARKETS TO WATCH: AT A GLANCE
Avocado: Mexican harvest volumes and exports are trending lower this week, and field pricing is firming on key sizes. USDA operations have reopened in Uruapan and Morelia; however, harvest and shipments from other major municipalities remain limited until additional regions are released.
Washington Apples: The latest storage report is showing that inventories are lower on many varieties for this time of year than the same time last year. The most significant item that is down this year is Royal Gala apples. The latest report shows the crop is down over 20% from last year. This item has really tightened up in the last month and prices are very high for this early in the season. Expect gala availability and pricing to continue to rise in February as there is no relief in sight.
Baby Broccoli / Broccolini: Quality is good, but supplies continue to be extremely limited with most growers. Weather has affected harvesting and quality. Limited supplies are being harvested in Yuma, Arizona, and Northern Mexico, however, there is not enough availability to meet demand.
Mango: Arrivals are mixed with product from Peru and Mexico. The main variety available is Kent, with limited volumes of Tommy Atkins, Haden, and Ataulfo (Honey). Peru arrival volumes have begun to decline, as the industry moves past the season peak. Mexico has started contributing both red and Honey (Ataulfo) mango volume, however, arrival volumes may come in below initial projections due to the recent cartel violence in Mexico.
Bananas: Banana supply will begin to tighten and prices will rise over the coming weeks as global demand increases and production in the tropics steadily declines. Pricing is expected to take a noticeable increase in the upcoming weeks. A combination of virus pressure, low yields, and increasing production costs has placed significant strain on this staple commodity.
Iceberg Lettuce: Supplies are expected to tighten again by the end of this week and even further for next week. Very warm temperatures in Yuma starting last Wednesday will likely lead to insect damage, lightweights, and puffiness. Next week we will see active markets, with additional triggers on all value-added lettuce items. Triggers continue on value-added items.
Romaine / Leaf: Romaine, along with green and red leaf, is strengthening once again in the market. Warm growing temperatures are causing tip and fringe burn, as well as pink ribbing on all leaf items. Romaine hearts are tightening. Value-added romaine items are triggered. Moderate supplies are expected for the week.
Broccoli: Broccoli supplies are tightening this week, driving higher markets. Prices are expected to rise gradually into the weekend, as planting gaps from late November and early December rain events continue to limit availability.
Cauliflower: Cauliflower supplies remain tight but are gradually improving this week, with the market expected to ease slightly into the weekend.
Eggplant: Florida’s eggplant season has ended until late March, leaving Mexico as the primary supplier. Recent weather has limited Mexican volumes, resulting in an active market with high prices. Strong demand for Lent is expected to outpace supply, keeping markets firm through mid-March.
Corn: Volume will be virtually non-existent for the upcoming several weeks. The west has reacted to the shortfalls out of Florida and is now seeing historically high prices across all markets. Florida has lost an estimated 80 percent of its current production cycle due to the freeze while Mexico production remains very light.
Snow Peas / Sugar Snaps: Guatemalan snow pea supplies are good, and sugar snap availability has improved. Mexican snow pea and sugar snap volumes remain limited as growers work through field transitions.
Blueberries: Production remains active in Central Mexico; however, supplies are extremely tight as crops move beyond seasonal peak volumes. Mexican quality and sizing continue to perform well, but overall availability is expected to remain limited over the next several weeks as both South American and Mexican volumes decline, and early Florida production may not contribute meaningfully in March.
Blackberries: Cold weather continues to limit production in Central Mexico. Industry wide shortages are expected as labor and logistics last week were disrupted by cartel activity in several growing regions.
Raspberries: Markets are trending higher as availability tightens, driven by the same weather conditions impacting blackberry production in Central Mexico and Baja California. Cold weather and last week’s cartel issues are further restricting supplies from Central Mexico.
Beans: Florida growers are slowly recovering from late January frost conditions that hit key growing regions in Homestead, Immokalee, and Belle Glade; prices are elevated. Value-added trimmed green beans are available with limited supply. Heavy frost led to the death of many younger plants and scarring on maturing beans. Production is a fraction of its normal volume for late-February; yields are very low and sporadic. Near-freezing morning temperatures last week on Tuesday, February 24, and Wednesday, February 25 further disrupted production. Growers are invoking Act of God clauses in contracts.
California Navel Oranges: The crop is heavy to large fruit, with supplies now peaking on 56/48/40 counts. Small sizes, 113/138 counts, remain very tight and will continue to be limited throughout the season. The San Joaquin Valley and Southern California citrus growing districts are forecast to receive a series of rain events that started Monday, February 16 and will persist through Wednesday, February 25. Growers cannot harvest fruit when groves are wet. General quality is reported to be good, but there are reports of puff on post-rain fruit.
Clementine / Mandarin: Mandarin / Clementines remain limited across the whole category, and supply continues to tighten.
Asparagus: The Mexican asparagus market remains firm, with demand outpacing supply and pricing holding at steady, high levels. Production is underway in Mexicali, San Luis Río Colorado, and Caborca and although all regions are harvesting, yields remain below historical averages. If production does not improve soon, supply could tighten further.
Gold Pineapples: The pineapple market has settled down some but remains tight. Pineapple supplies are expected to become extremely limited through June, 2026.
Celery: Overall, the market remains firm across multiple suppliers, with all sizes being harvested. Availability is moderate to light in both northern and southern regions. Value-added celery items remain triggered.
Green Onions: Green onion prices continue to be elevated; expect low volume through early-March. Heavy rains in December delayed the growth of recent plantings.
Limes: Lime prices continue to trend upward as quality challenges in Mexico persist, significantly impacting overall supply. No fruit was harvested last Monday due to ongoing cartel violence in Mexico, which further tightened availability as suppliers work to rebuild supply levels.
Brussels Sprouts: Brussels sprout supply and quality continues to improve. Supplies should continue to improve as we shift growing regions. Triggers have fallen off and value-added pricing has returned to normal.
Watermelon: Watermelon supplies continue to be tight, even with light demand right now; cooler temperatures have reduced demand. Fruit is shipping from Southern Mexico out of Nogales and Edinburg, Texas. Lower yields and Mexican border issues have kept watermelon prices elevated causing a shift in focus to offshore watermelons.
Hothouse Tomato: The Ontario hothouse tomato will resume by the end of March. Growers continue to utilize Mexican operations for supply. Demand is strong with the light field grown supplies. Supplies are tight; with tight supplies comes lighter color. Pricing is slightly higher again this week, with the lighter supply.
Field Tomato: Tomato supplies are tightening sharply with rising prices after late-January sub-freezing temperatures in Florida devastated crops, limiting production through mid-April or later. Florida growers have enacted the Act of God clauses in their contracts as entire crops have been lost. Mexican volumes, usually a key supplement, are lighter than normal due to prior weather damage and recent violent unrest causing roadblocks, shipment delays, and freight issues. Tight supplies and market pressure are expected to continue through March.
Zucchini: Zucchini supplies, particularly yellow, are very light due to past cold winter temperatures affecting crops in Florida; markets are elevated. Mexico is experiencing high demand during their transitional phase from Sinaloa to Sonora growing regions.
Field Peppers: Pepper markets are elevated due to past winter weather heavily impacting crops in Florida. Mexican growers are experiencing high demand and lowered production due to recent civil unrest.
Hothouse Peppers: The hothouse colored pepper market remains stronger with lighter supplies and strong demand. Red, yellow and orange peppers are all available. Quality is good with product from Mexico. Ontario production will resume in late-March.
Supply and Quality General Update
As we start March, it is becoming clear that the Arizona-California desert deal is running approximately three weeks ahead of schedule. Target date for a complete transition from Yuma to Salinas is expected by April 13th.
A combination of earlier rainfall followed by sustained above-average temperatures accelerated crop development across much of the Yuma region. Fields matured faster than anticipated, compressing harvest windows and tightening the overall production curve. While crews are still cutting and sheds are running steadily, the calendar is effectively ahead of itself. When the desert season advances this quickly, it reduces the cushion that typically exists in late February and March. Acreage that would normally be carrying the market deeper into spring is scheduled to be harvested sooner, and yields remain lighter than normal. The lack of demand across the country is setting up a false feeling of adequate supplies. Lettuce supplies have shown modest improvement this week, particularly on iceberg. Romaine continues to be the most available, with strong internal quality and good color. Green leaf remains steady but is sensitive to any uptick in movement. Despite the short-term stability, there is little excess.
The Arizona/California desert growing region is experiencing its second 7+ day heat spike to hit the region in February. Record-breaking highs in the mid-90°s to up to 101° persisted through Sunday, March 2 before gradual cooling begins on Monday, March 3. Growers are working to keep crops irrigated and are adjusting production schedules to avoid harvesting during peak temperatures. In some cases, harvesting and cultivating activities may be curtailed to protect workers. The prolonged period of above normal temperatures is impacting lettuce and tender leaf items, as well as other desert row crops, resulting in various quality and shelf-life concerns in both commodity and value-added packs. These challenges include, but are not limited to dehydration, growth cracks, increased insect pressure, internal burn, long core/seeder, mildew pressure, rib blight, shortened shelf-life and weak tip.
Brussels sprouts supplies have improved meaningfully after several weeks of elevated markets, with better volume and more orderly pricing. Broccoli remains snug, particularly as Mexican relief tapers and desert yields continue to feel the effects of earlier weather disruptions. Celery continues to carry an elevated tone. Prior storm damage in California and limited recovery out of Florida have restricted overall output. Desert production is steady but not heavy enough to fully relax pricing. Green onions remain one of the more challenged items. Winter seed performance issues, November rainfall, and early January wind events combined to reduce yields and prolong the sizing issue. Smaller size is expected to persist for several more weeks.
Beyond the products, cross-border logistics have introduced additional uncertainty. Recent disruptions in Mexico have led to rerouted freight, tighter refrigerated availability, and slower crossings. Tomatoes, peppers, limes, avocados, mangos, and berries are most exposed. While shipments across the border continue, volatility has increased, and transit timing bears monitoring. As demand builds into early spring, markets may respond more quickly than typical. Yuma is still performing, but the margin for error is narrowing.
VEGETABLES
ICEBERG– West Coast: Supplies are expected to tighten again by the end of this week and even further for next week. Very warm temperatures in Yuma starting last Wednesday will likely lead to insect damage, lightweights, and puffiness. Next week we will see active markets, with additional triggers again on all value-added lettuce items. Triggers continue on value-added items. The overall industry volumes will continue to be significantly lower than normal for this time of year. This trend is expected through the end of the desert season. East Coast: Florida supplies are limited following recent freezing temperatures; slightly lower weights are expected as crews trim damage from outer leaves. These back-to-back cold events will limit supplies, pushing already elevated markets even higher over the next four to six weeks. The season will run through late March/early April.
ROMAINE / LEAF– West Coast: Romaine, along with green and red leaf, is strengthening once again in the market. Warm growing temperatures are causing tip and fringe burn, as well as pink ribbing on all leaf items. Romaine hearts are tightening. Value-added romaine items are triggered. Moderate supplies are expected for the week. Expect elevated prices for the duration of the Arizona-California desert season, expected to end mid April. East Coast: Florida romaine and leaf lettuce supplies are limited. Quality is average; recent low temperatures across Central and South Florida has contributed to slower growth and tight supplies. Additional near-freezing morning temperatures last Tuesday, February 24, and Wednesday, February 25 caused minor disruptions in production. These back-to-back cold events have limited supplies, pushing already elevated markets even higher through the the end of the season which will run through late March/early April.
SPRING MIX/BABY SPINACH/BABY ARUGULA/BABY KALE– The recent hot weather has created widespread mildew issues and increased insect pressure affecting Arugula and Spring Mix, limiting harvestable acreage and shortening shelf life. Arugula: Quality is fairly good; occasional mildew, bolting, and yellowing have been reported. Baby Spinach: Quality is good, but we continue to see occasional quality problems, including mildew and bruising. Spring Mix: Quality is good; some bruising and discolouration have been reported.
US CARROTS– West Coast carrot supplies are tightening as harvesting shifts from California’s San Joaquin Valley to California’s Imperial Valley. Availability out of California will be limited for the next four weeks due to weather-related issues and reduced yields, putting extra demand on Ontario and Quebec supplies. Commodity pack prices are higher. California: Supplies of both commodity and value-added carrot packs will remain extremely tight through March as the San Joaquin Valley season winds down. Imperial Valley supplies are snug as the new season approaches. Growers are holding to six-week averages and demand-exceeds-supply market should be expected through March. Commodity pack (jumbo carrots) substitutions are available out of Arizona and Georgia. Expect elevated markets and limited supplies through March. Georgia: The season is in full swing and will run through early June. Commodity supplies are tight; quality is very good. Expect elevated markets as this region helps fill the void from California. Arizona: The season is fully underway and will run through July. Quality is great. Expect steady markets through March. Ontario / Québec: Commodity supplies good; storage quality is very good. Expect elevated markets as export demand rises as buyers fill the void from California.
BEANS– Florida: Florida growers are slowly recovering from late January frost conditions that hit key growing regions in Homestead, Immokalee, and Belle Glade; prices are elevated. Value-added trimmed green beans are available with limited supply. Heavy frost led to the death of many younger plants and scarring on maturing beans. Production is a fraction of its normal volume for late-February; yields are very low and sporadic. Near-freezing morning temperatures last week on Tuesday, February 24, and Wednesday, February 25 further disrupted production. Growers are invoking Act of God clauses in contracts. Market prices continue to increase daily, and quality is fair on what is available. These back-to-back cold events continue pushing already elevated markets even higher over the next four to six weeks. A supply gap is expected to persist through mid-late March. Mexico: The Mexican growing regions of Puebla and Sinaloa are providing substantial volume for export. Quality is good; however, recent cool weather has slowed growth. Demand is strong and prices have escalated dramatically. Offshore: Guatemalan growers are shipping limited quantities into South Texas and Florida. Quality is excellent. Extra lead time is required due to long transit times. Expect higher prices over the next two weeks.
MUSHROOMS– Quality and supplies are very good with lighter demand. At this time, we do not see any supply issues.
BABY BROCCOLI / BROCCOLINI– Quality is good, but supplies continue to be extremely limited with most growers. Weather has affected harvesting and quality. Limited supplies are being harvested in Yuma, Arizona, and Northern Mexico, however, there is not enough availability to meet demand. Quality is slowly rebounding from December rains across California and Northern Mexico, however, quality challenges will rise again following the poor weather on the Central Coast of California, including yellowing, premature flowering, and pith. Growers are holding to strict averages, when possible, but we are seeing prorates as much as 50% from some growers. Expect a demand-exceeds-supply situation and higher pricing into March, as quality and supplies will be slow to recover.
ASPARAGUS– Mexico: The Mexican asparagus market remains firm, with demand outpacing supply and pricing holding at steady, high levels. Production is underway in Mexicali, San Luis Río Colorado, and Caborca and although all regions are harvesting, yields remain below historical averages. If production does not improve soon, supply could tighten further. While conditions may ease slightly, ongoing yield issues and strong Easter demand continue to pose supply risks for the season. Local Season: We are ready for our local season, with our trusted partner in Ontario providing exceptional product from mid-May through early July, pending Mother Nature.
US CARTON BAKING POTATOES– Supply and demand are balanced, and sheds are promoting potatoes for Potato Lover’s Month. Smaller counts are becoming harder to find. Burbanks are now available, with Norkotahs as the main variety. Washington potatoes are producing excellent quality, peaking on mid sizes, while large and smaller counts remain snug.
CANADIAN POTATO– Canadian storages held 6.5% more potatoes on February 1 than they held a year earlier. It is Canada’s largest February 1 potato inventory on record. It exceeds the five-year average supply by 14.1%. Increased stocks in Alberta and British Columbia offset reduced inventories in PEI, Manitoba, Quebec, New Brunswick, and Ontario. Stocks intended for processing use are up 7.3%, relative to the previous year. Table potato inventories exceed year-earlier holdings by 6.0%, while seed potato supplies are up 8.2%. Ontario: Growers had 1.4% fewer potatoes left in storage on February 1 than year-earlier stocks. January disappearance fell 22.7%, short of the 2025 pace. However, it is more in line with the historical average disappearance. Intended use data show that the province had the same amount of chip potatoes left in storage on February 1 as the same time last year. At the usage pace, Ontario’s remaining processing potatoes would last through July 14. The province also had fewer table potatoes in storage on February 1 than they had prior year. January table potato movement was down 19.3% from a year ago. At the January usage rate, those potatoes would be cleaned up by May 16. P.E.I.: January disappearance fell 17.9%, short of last year’s pace. That left February 1 stocks at 7% lower than the year-earlier inventory. The Island had 9.6% fewer processing potatoes in storage on February 1 than year-earlier holdings. January processing use fell by 9.6% from 2025. That is the slowest January processing potato disappearance since 2013. If the reduced January usage rate continues those potatoes will last through September 10. Intended use data put table potato supplies at 2.4% less than the previous year’s inventory. January table potato disappearance fell 30.4% below 2025 usage. It is the Island’s slowest January table potato movement since 2022. If the January usage pace continues, the remaining table potatoes will last through September 6. PEI growers also had fewer seed potatoes in storage on February 1, than they held a year ago. New Brunswick: The province had 0.7% fewer potatoes in storage on February 1 than year-earlier holdings. January’s disappearance exceeded last year’s pace by 6.2%. Calculated January processing potato use was down 17.6% from 2025. At the January usage rate, those potatoes would last through August 14. Quebec: Quebec’s February 1 potato stocks fell by 6.2%; below the year-earlier inventory. January disappearance exceeded 2025 movement by 7.4%. Intended use data indicate that processing potato inventories on February 1 were down from the previous year. January disappearance in the category exceeded last year’s pace by 25.1%. At the January usage rate, Quebec’s processing potato inventories would last through July 23. Quebec also had 2.8% fewer table potatoes in storage on February 1 compared to a year ago. January table potato disappearance matched 2025 movement. At that rate, the province’s remaining table potatoes would be cleaned up by June 29. British Columbia: The province had 39.8% more potatoes left in storage on February 1 than year-earlier holdings. The stocks included more table potatoes than the February 1, 2025 inventory. At the January usage rate, those potatoes would last through May 14. Alberta: January potato disappearance fell 26.4% below year-earlier movement. That left the province with a record amount of potatoes in storage on February 1; a 36.5% increase versus previous year. The stocks included more processing potatoes than Alberta had in storage a year earlier. January processing potato disappearance was the slowest January processing potato disappearance since 2020. If that usage rate continues, those potatoes would last through the end of the year.
GARLIC- Supplies from China, Mexico and California continue. Quality from all remains very good. China: Supplies of peeled garlic continue to tighten up as growers ship fewer containers to better match demand. Pricing should stabilize as supplies adjust to demand. Quality is variable, depending on age. North American: California garlic is progressing along, but supplies are getting snug. Quality is good. U.S. tariffs on Chinese garlic have shifted demand to Mexico and California.
BROCCOLI– Broccoli supplies are tightening this week, driving higher markets. Prices are expected to rise gradually into the weekend, as planting gaps from late November and early December rain events continue to limit availability. Quality is just okay. The rain and the warmer weather that Yuma experienced has led to quality issues that will remain for the next few weeks. Reports of browning and pin rot continue. Growers are holding to strict averages when they can but we are seeing prorates as severe as 50%.
CABBAGE– Ontario: Green and red cabbage supplies are good with very good quality being shipped out of storage. Savoy cabbage supplies are trending lower due to strong demand early in the season from the US. Prices are stable as demand from US buyers stabilizes. Imports: Florida has cabbage available. Supply and quality are good currently. Supply is going to tighten up due to the St. Patrick’s day holiday and farms are still feeling the impact from the hard freeze in Florida earlier this year. Texas is in great shape with supply, quality, and pricing.
ASSORTED CHILI PEPPERS– Supplies are good out of Sinaloa and Sonora. Markets will be shorter this week on Fresnos, and Shishito Pepper. We hope to see improvement next week on the short items. We do anticipate shorter availability on Anaheim and Poblano due to increase in demand for Lent.
FIELD PEPPERS– Pepper markets are elevated due to past winter weather heavily impacting crops in Florida. Mexican growers are experiencing high demand and lowered production due to recent civil unrest. Green Pepper: Florida has low volume due to late January freezing temperatures. Slow recovery is expected in late March/early April, weather permitting. West and Central Mexican supplies are very light due to strong demand and low yields. Some growers are experiencing weevil insect pressure which is reducing yields, feeding on plant leaves, flower buds, and fruit. Production was slightly lower last week due to cartel activity/civil unrest. Quality is fair to good depending on lot/region with choice grades are most available. Expect high prices over the next two weeks. Red Pepper: Expect Ontario hothouse production to begin mid-late March. Early crop production will be crown fruit; XXL and jumbo sizes. Mexican supplies are light however new fields have started, improving overall quality. Demand remains high, especially on #1 grade fruit. Some growers are harvesting unripe red bell pepper fields early to take advantage of elevated green pepper markets, potentially leading to a shorter red pepper market later in the season. Quality is mixed with best quality coming from new Culiacan fields. Florida volume is low with only minimal pallet volume suntans available. Expect markets to remain steady/elevated next week with a little relief in early March.
HOTHOUSE PEPPERS– The hothouse colored pepper market remains stronger with lighter supplies and strong demand. Red, yellow and orange peppers are all available. Quality is good with product from Mexico. Ontario production will resume in late-March.
CELERY– Overall, the market remains firm across multiple suppliers, with all sizes being harvested. Availability is moderate to light in both northern and southern regions. Value-added celery items remain triggered. Production continues in the Arizona/California desert; harvests will run through mid-April. Florida supplies remain limited following freezing temperatures in late January and early February. New crop production will begin in Salinas, California in early June. Quality remains good, with only minor seeder issues reported.
ENGLISH CUCUMBERS– Supplies remain tight and prices remain high. Ontario cucumbers are commanding a premium with Mexican priced slightly lower. Quality is just fair on both; yellowing is the main quality issue being seen. All sizes and grades are limited. Expect pricing to remain strong with lighter supplies into March. Ontario greenhouse supplies will increase into March as more growers come online providing relief. Mini Cucumbers: Supplies of mini cucumbers are also very tight with much higher pricing. Quality is just good.
CAULIFLOWER– Cauliflower supplies remain tight but are gradually improving this week, with the market expected to ease slightly into the weekend.
CORN– Volume will be virtually non-existent for the upcoming several weeks. The west has reacted to the shortfalls out of Florida and is now seeing historically high prices across all markets. Florida has lost an estimated 80 percent of its current production cycle due to the freeze while Mexico production remains very light. Act of God clauses have been invoked on contract business. We expect to see volatile markets through April. Quality will be fair at best and we are seeing attributes such as small ear and immature kernels amid this production shortfall as growers in Florida are basically salvaging what they can from their crops.
FRENCH GREEN BEAN / BABY SQUASH– Supply is extremely limited out of Guatemala due to recent cold weather and frost events. Mexican French bean availability remains constrained as cooler temperatures continue to impact yields.
SNOW PEAS / SUGAR SNAP PEAS– Guatemalan snow pea supplies are good, and sugar snap availability has improved. Mexican snow pea and sugar snap volumes remain limited as growers work through field transitions.
GREEN ONIONS– Green onion prices continue to be elevated; expect low volume through early-March. Heavy rains in December delayed the growth of recent plantings. Abnormally high temperatures across the desert growing regions slowed plant maturity in January, resulting in limited industrywide stocks. Strong winds further damaged fields, reducing harvestable yields. Several growers entered fields earlier than forecast, which is contributing to the current supply gaps. Demand is strong; supplies will continue to tighten throughout this month. Quality ranges from fair to good. Expect persistently high pricing and limited availability until mid-March.
ONIONS– Storage crop onions are available from Idaho, Oregon, Utah, Colorado, and Washington as new crop supplies ramp up out of Mexico and Texas. Pacific Northwest: The storage season is expected to finish in late April, some suppliers will continue to ship into early May. Quality on remaining stocks range from good to fair; occasional internal browning, double-heart, and translucency are present in remaining supplies. Prices are slightly lower for yellow onions as supplies have increased from Mexican grown yellow onions crossing into South Texas. Expect steady markets over the next seven to ten days. Colorado: Storage supply levels are expected to be depleted by mid-March. Some growers will begin transferring product from other regions to fill orders. Quality on remaining stocks ranges from good to fair; translucency is present in remaining supplies. Remaining stocks are mostly jumbo size, medium and colossal sizes are somewhat limited. Expect steady markets over the next seven to ten days. Utah: Storage supplies will be depleted by the third week of March. Quality ranges from good to fair; translucency is present in remaining supplies. Expect steady markets over the next seven to ten days. Mexico: Early season yellow, red, and white Mexican onions are crossing into South Texas. Quality ranges from good to fair; green cast, soft texture, mechanical damage, and thin skins are to be expected. Prices remain slightly higher than prices for storage supplies of red and yellow, but comparable to white onions. Prices are expected to start tapering down to try to compete with storage supplies. Texas: The fresh-run yellow onion season has started in a limited manner. Early lots are peaking on jumbo size onions; colossal sizes are somewhat limited but expected to increase over the next few weeks. Red and white fresh crop onion harvests will begin shipping in a limited manner the week of March 9. Initial quality is good to excellent. Fresh run onions will have a higher moisture content, thinner skins, shorter shelf life, and be more susceptible to bruising and mechanical damage. Prices are higher than storage supplies.
EGGPLANT– Florida’s eggplant season has ended until late March, leaving Mexico as the primary supplier. Recent weather has limited Mexican volumes, resulting in an active market with high prices. Strong demand for Lent is expected to outpace supply, keeping markets firm through mid-March.
BRUSSELS SPROUTS– Brussels sprout supply and quality continues to improve. In the Oxnard region, growers are dealing with insect pressure, some decay, and smaller sizing, but supplies are good. Supplies should continue to improve as we shift growing regions. Triggers have fallen off and value-added pricing has returned to normal.
COLLARDS/CHARD/KALE– Currently, there is good volume and quality. Expect supply to tighten up as we move through the week. The cold weather will slow production and could impact quality.
ZUCCHINI– Zucchini supplies, particularly yellow are very light due to past cold winter temperatures affecting crops in Florida; markets are elevated. Mexico is experiencing high demand during their transitional phase from Sinaloa to Sonora growing regions. Florida: Production remains very low due to severe freeze damage from early February. Surviving plants are recovering however recent cold overnight temperatures are hindering flowering and fruit set. Supply is anticipated to be minimal through mid-March, especially yellow. Markets are elevated. Mexico: Sinaloa production is declining as they are past their peak production phase. New fields out of Sonora region will start next week with light volume. Demand is strong due to the past frost in Florida. Yellow zucchini is particularly in light supply this week. Quality is average and expected to improve out of Sonora region in early March. Expect continued high markets over the next two weeks.
FRUIT
PEARS– The pear market is beginning to strengthen. Strong production of Forelle, Anjou, Bosc, and Red pears is starting to meet rising demand. More shippers are finishing Bartletts for the season. Offshore Bartletts have started, however, sizing is trending larger. Smaller foodservice sizes are less available than in recent weeks. Bosc pears and Anjou are projected to be available until the new crop starts in September, this year and will be promotable through May 2026.
BLACKBERRIES– Cold weather continues to limit production in Central Mexico. Industry wide shortages are expected as labor and logistics last week were disrupted by cartel activity in several growing regions. Quality remains stable, though early signs of seasonal regression are beginning to appear due to rising temperatures. Soft fruit is surfacing intermittently but is not widespread. Overall pack appearance remains clean, with medium-sized berries dominating.
BLUEBERRIES– Production remains active in Central Mexico; however, supplies are extremely tight as crops move beyond seasonal peak volumes. Mexican quality and sizing continue to perform well, but overall availability is expected to remain limited over the next several weeks as both South American and Mexican volumes decline, and early Florida production may not contribute meaningfully in March. Early reports indicate 80–85 percent crop loss in Florida due to freeze events, which could have significant implications for the spring Florida blueberry crop and further tighten markets.
RASPBERRIES– Markets are trending higher as availability tightens, driven by the same weather conditions impacting blackberry production in Central Mexico and Baja California. Cold weather and last week’s cartel issues are further restricting supplies from Central Mexico. Overall fruit quality remains strong. Berries are showing consistent color, size, and flavor, with only minimal defects such as isolated green or overripe fruit.
STRAWBERRIES– California is recovering from last week’s rain, with production expected to improve by the end of the week. Baja and Central Mexico continue to face logistics and labor challenges due to recent cartel activity. Florida production remains steady. Santa Maria/Oxnard, California: Plants are being stripped of fruit after last week’s rains. Volume will be a challenge over the next 5-10 days as new fruit will take time to color up. Quality remains a challenge; concerns include decay, pin rot, water damage, and mildew. Prices are high and supplies are limited. Mexico: Supply levels are starting to decrease as the season is past its peak. Quality problems include white shoulders, skin bruising, and green tips. Production will end in mid-March, depending on weather. Expect markets to remain flat. Florida: Warmer weather is aiding growth. Defects include white shoulders and green tips. Size ranges from 18 to 21 berries per 1-pound clamshell. Expect ample supplies and steady markets. Ontario Hothouse: Hothouse production continues to be very light with most production being allocated to retail programs. Quality is good and sizing is on the smaller side.
MANGO– Approximately 1.9 million boxes arrived to North America last week from Peru and Mexico. The main variety available is Kent, with limited volumes of Tommy Atkins, Haden, and Ataulfo (Honey). Peru arrival volumes have begun to decline, as the industry moves past the season peak. Mexico has started contributing both red and Honey (Ataulfo) mango volume, however, arrival volumes may come in below initial projections due to the recent cartel violence in Mexico. Mexican supply will gradually increase through March, and we expect promotional volume after mid-April. With plenty of large fruit available, pricing on large sizes is stable. Pricing on small sizes is increasing in response to higher demand. This trend is expected to continue until Mexico begins shipping greater volumes of small sizes later in the season.
GRAPEFRUIT– Florida: Florida grapefruit is exhibiting excellent quality with strong internal characteristics. Supplies are steady, with good availability on all sizes. The season should conclude in the next 6 weeks. Texas: Texas grapefruit crop is producing good supplies. Available sizing varies by grower but overall supply is meeting demand across all sizes. California: Ruby Reds and Star Rubies are currently being harvested. No quality concerns are being reported at this time. Imports: There are some light arrivals of grapefruit from Turkey. Quality is good. Arrivals from Israel should start with first arrivals expected late February early March.
BANANAS– Banana supply will continue to tighten over the coming weeks as global demand increases and production in the tropics steadily declines. Pricing is expected to take a noticeable increase in the upcoming weeks. A combination of virus pressure, low yields, and increasing production costs has placed significant strain on this staple commodity. Overall, banana quality remains very good, and supply is adequate. The key to navigating the coming year will be consistency in supply, consistent ordering patterns, and staying proactive to address any potential issues that could impact the program.
LEMONS– California lemon supplies are ample; crops are dominated by large-size fruit (95ct through 140ct). District 3 (California / Arizona desert) is finished. District 1 (San Joaquin Valley) will remain the main growing region until District 2 (Oxnard/Ventura County) ramps up late March to early April. District 1 is currently peaking in 140, 165, and 115 counts. Quality is excellent. Offshore lemons are in light supply as California pricing is more attractive. Expect a slow price climb, as demand increases over the next six to eight weeks.
GRAPES– The offshore season is in full swing, with strong volume from Chile as Peru winds down. Supplies are good on both coasts, prices are steady, and this market is expected to continue through April. Quality is outstanding, and brix are hitting the high teens. We seem to be in a good stride with stable availability of green, red and black seedless. With only a moderate overlap between Peru and Chile, the market should stay pretty steady through the rest of the month, especially with promotions continuing into March and April.
GOLD PINEAPPLES– The pineapple market is stable, similar to last week but supplies of all sizes remain tight due to earlier rain and planting gaps. Contracts continue to take priority. Winter storms continue to affect demand. The average Brix is currently 14; however, the percentage of samples with Brix below 13 has increased to 25%. Adverse weather conditions continue to persist, increasing variability in the internal condition of the fruit. As a result, greater effort is required during fruit selection to ensure compliance with quality specifications. Last week has been the week with the highest accumulated rainfall so far this year, reaching 137 mm. In addition, the average minimum temperature remained below 70°F, contributing to ongoing challenges in fruit development and internal condition. Larger sizes are expected to increase slowly into March. The accumulated rainfall recorded over the past weeks, combined with persistently low temperatures, is an indicator of potentially significant natural flowering events. In response, the process of identifying the affected areas has begun in order to maintain proper control of harvest age and prevent potential volume losses and quality issues during the harvest period.
WATERMELON– Watermelon supplies continue to be tight, even with light demand right now; cooler temperatures have reduced demand. Fruit is shipping from Southern Mexico out of Nogales and Edinburg, Texas. Lower yields and Mexican border issues have kept watermelon prices elevated causing a shift in focus to offshore watermelons. Overall, quality has been good. We are seeing some lots with lower brix which is normal for this time of year with the shorter growing days. Supplies will pick up at the end of March when Florida and Northern Mexico get started. The recent freezing temperatures in Florida will likely delay production which is set to start at the end of March.
AVOCADO– Mexican harvest volumes and exports are trending lower this week, and field pricing is firming on key sizes. USDA operations have reopened in Uruapan and Morelia; however, harvest and shipments from other major municipalities remain limited until additional regions are released. Demand remains strong, with promotions continuing into March. Lent harvesting is also increasing demand within Mexico. Both large and small fruit are expected to gain additional market strength in the coming weeks, while jumbo sizes remain abundant and well-priced. Mexico– A 80.9-million-pound harvest was reported for last week. The Main Crop is averaging 32.6% dry matter, and sizing continues to peak on 48ct and 60ct. Due to security concerns in several states in Mexico, all harvest, packing, and shipping activities were halted on Monday, February 23. USDA restored operations in limited municipalities (Uruapan and Morelia); the situation continues to stabilize. The industry expects limited harvest and shipments out of Mexico while operations remain constrained.
CANTALOUPE– Melon markets are entering a seasonal transition period, with weather-related impacts influencing yield, sizing, and availability.
Cantaloupe supplies remain stable. Central America: Cantaloupe production from Central America continues to meet market needs. Recent cooler conditions have influenced fruit development, resulting in a gradual shift toward smaller sizes. Availability is trending away from jumbo fruit and toward 9‑ and 12‑count fruit. Supply levels are expected to remain steady overall. Quality remains favorable, with good appearance and eating characteristics; sugar levels generally range from 12–14 Brix.
HONEYDEW– The honeydew market is entering a demand‑exceeds‑supply situation for the month of March, driven by significant production losses in Central America and a short‑term transition gap in Mexico. Central America: Honeydews are entering a demand‑exceeds‑supply environment for March. Overall yields are estimated to be down approximately 50%. The primary issue is Downy Mildew pressure in Guatemala and Honduras, which is reducing fruit set per vine and lowering total production. Cooler‑than‑normal temperatures have further slowed plant growth and maturity. Sizing is shifting, with fewer jumbos and increased concentration in 5ct and 6ct fruit. Availability will remain tight through March; size flexibility will be required. Quality remains generally very good; sugar levels are holding in the 11–13 Brix range. Mexico: Southern Mexico is wrapping up production, creating a temporary supply gap. Northern Mexico is expected to begin harvesting within the next one to two weeks. Until northern production ramps up, Mexico’s ability to offset offshore shortages will be limited. Once underway, Northern Mexico should help stabilize supply with improved availability of 5ct and 6ct fruit.
ORANGES– The California Navel orange season will end in late March; new crop Valencia supplies will begin shipping at that time. Imported Egyptian and Spanish navels are available, while Moroccan Valencia arrivals have been delayed due to poor weather off the East Coast. California: Expect the Navel season to wrap up in late March. New crop Valencia shipments will begin the third week of March. Growers are holding to six-week averages. Expect elevated choice- and fancy-grade prices as well as high markets for small fruit (88ct, 113ct, and 138ct). The market should ease once the Valencia season is in full swing. Mexico: New crop Valencias are available in Nogales, Arizona. Great quality is forecast; sugar levels will range from 11-13 Brix. Prices will be comparable to those in Florida and Texas. Florida: The new crop Valencia season is underway. Supplies will be dominated by 113ct and larger sizes; 138ct sizes are limited. Fair quality is predicted; choice and standard grades will be most abundant. Prices will be comparable to those in Mexico and Texas. Texas: Valencia oranges will ship through April. Size structure is beginning to shift to large fruit (56ct and 88ct). Quality is good; sugar levels range from 11-12 Brix. Expect steady markets and tight supplies. Offshore: Egyptian and Spanish navels are currently available. Egyptian quality is good while Spanish quality is excellent. Egypt is transitioning to Valencias; Spain will continue to ship late navels into April. Moroccan Valencias have been delayed three to five days due to storms off the East Coast. Valencia quality is very good; sugar levels range from 12-13 Brix. Supplies are dominated by 113ct, fancy-grade fruit
BLOOD ORANGE– Blood orange supplies continue to be tight. The size profile is peaking on 72ct and 88ct, with very limited availability on 113ct and 138ct. The blood orange season usually runs from mid-late December to June. Supplies should improve when the mid-season variety, Sanguinelli season starts this week. Overall quality is excellent with good color; current sugar levels range from 12-13 Brix.
CARA CARA– Sizing is currently peaking on 56/72 counts and is expected to trend larger as the season progresses. Rains have also contributed to size growth, further limiting availability of smaller fruit, 113/138 counts. Supplies will ship through late April. The Cara Cara variety is a cousin to the Moro, a.k.a. blood orange, and was created by cross-pollinating Washington Navels and Brazilian Bahia Navels. External colour is comparable to that of Navel oranges, in fact it’s nearly impossible to tell the difference until they are cut open. Their pink flesh is juicy and looks similar to a grapefruit, without the bitter flavour. Cara Caras have a high sugar content, low acid, and sweet, berry-like notes. Pricing is a bit higher than the Navel market due to their premium taste and sweetness.
LIMES– Mexico: Lime prices continue to trend upward as quality challenges in Mexico persist, significantly impacting overall supply. No fruit was harvested last Monday due to ongoing cartel violence in Mexico, which further tightened availability as suppliers work to rebuild supply levels. Current sizing is skewing smaller with the transition to new‑crop fruit, primarily 200–250 counts. Larger sizes (110–175s) are becoming more limited as we progress further into the new crop. Quality issues in Mexico are expected to continue through at least April. Colombia: Quality remains steady and more consistent compared to Mexico, with fewer stylar-end and shelf-life concerns. Growing regions are at higher elevations, which helps support better overall condition and shelf life. Colombia is typically subject to fewer disruptive weather events than Mexico, providing a more stable growing and supply environment. Supply levels remains consistent, but shipments require longer lead times and tighter planning.
MANDARIN / CLEMENTINE– Mandarin / Clementines remain limited across the whole category, and supply continues to tighten. Imports: This season has been slow overall with less export volume coming to North America. Further vessel delays have prolonged available supply. Nadorcott containers are awaiting releases at the port, with much of this fruit committed to contracts. Fruit has been reported to be clean with no quality concerns at this time. California: Tango and Murcott blocks are seeing heavier than normal fruit drop, ranging from 20–30% in some areas. With Moroccan fruit having a lot of quality issues, California fruit will be in the driver seat until Peruvian fruit kicks in. These dynamics suggest a shortened Tango and Murcott season with continued supply pressure. Early planning and flexibility will be key.
APPLES– Ontario: Ontario growers continue packing and shipping out of storage. Golden Delicious, MacIntosh, Royal Gala, Honeycrisp, Empire, Spartan, Cortland, Red Delicious, Fuji and Ambrosia are all available. Quality is excellent, with good color, excellent crunch and high brix. Prices are stable and should hold steady well into the spring. Washington: As we get closer to March, the storage crop continues to get smaller. The latest storage report is showing that inventories are lower on many varieties for this time of year than the same time last year. As a result, we are seeing a rising market on many varieties, sizes, and packs, and this trend is expected to continue for at least the next couple of months. The most significant item that is down this year are Royal Galas. The latest report shows the crop is down over 20% from last year. This item has really tightened up in the last month, and prices are very high for this part of the season. Expect Royal Gala availability and pricing to continue to rise as we progress through this month as there is no relief in sight. The other top variety that is short this season is the popular Honeycrisp variety. The Honeycrisp crop was down over last year and has become even tighter over the last month because of strong sales as well as low pack-outs. Overall, we are left with a smaller crop than expected and rising prices. With that said, there are plenty of apples to sell and select promotional opportunities on some of the varieties. Offshore apples will give some relief as we get into April. Although we don’t expect the import crop to lower prices, we are hoping that it stabilizes prices a little.
STONE FRUIT– The import stone fruit season continues with excellent supplies. Peaches/Nectarines: Supplies are good and supplies are steady. Quality is good; sugar levels range from 10 to 12 Brix. The season will run through April. Expect elevated markets until the California season starts in May. Plums: Volume is low, but increasing. Quality is good; sugar levels range from 12 to 14 Brix. The season will run through late May. High prices will persist until the California season starts in May.
POMEGRANATE– There is offshore fruit available from Turkey and Israel; arrivals are inconsistent. Supplies are somewhat sporadic due to delays at ports. Please remember, imported case sizing is 8lbs (8-12ct) while California ships 22lb cases (40-44ct).
HOTHOUSE TOMATO– Red Tomato On-The-Vine & Beefsteak: The Ontario hothouse tomato will resume by the end of March. Growers continue to utilize Mexican operations for supply. Demand is strong with the light field grown supplies. Supplies are tight; with tight supplies comes lighter color. Pricing is slightly higher again this week, with the lighter supply. Bite Size (Cherry, Grape, Cocktail, Medley): Hothouse production of all bite sized tomatoes continues from Mexican operations. Quality on cherry and grape is good, with supplies meeting steady demand. Medley supplies are very tight, with only fair quality. Supplies are expected to increase by the end of February.
MATURE GREEN FIELD TOMATOES– Tomato supplies are tightening sharply with rising prices after late-January sub-freezing temperatures in Florida devastated crops, limiting production through mid-April or later. Florida growers have enacted the Act of God clauses in their contracts as entire crops have been lost. Mexican volumes, usually a key supplement, are lighter than normal due to prior weather damage and recent violent unrest causing roadblocks, shipment delays, and freight issues. Tight supplies and market pressure are expected to continue through March. Rounds: Florida: Florida tomatoes are in very short supply due to prolonged sub-freezing temperatures affecting crops in late-January. Growers have enacted the Force Majeure / Act of God clauses on contracts due to crop loss. Supply will remain very limited until new crop supplies become available in mid-April. The Ruskin/Palmetto region is anticipated to provide some relief in six weeks, depending on the weather. Mexico: Mexican yields are lighter than years past due to inclement weather. Mixed quality is being observed at pack out. Demand is increasing quickly due to Florida’s supply issues. Shipments have further slowed due to cartel violence, but are expected to return to normal this week. Expect tight supplies and very high prices for the next six weeks until Florida’s supplies ramp up. Romas: Florida: Florida supplies are extremely limited due to recent freezes; growers have enacted the Force Majeure / Act of God clauses on contracts due to crop loss. Mexico: Mexico’s Culiacan growing region is experiencing very high demand and lighter yields. The Mexican supply chain was also under stress last week due to violent unrest and disturbed freight movement throughout the country. Crop projections are down by over 30% due to late season blight impacting production and quality combined with growers not planting the acreage they typically do during the normal Sinaloa season. This reduction in acreage is mainly due to the volatility of duties and the dismissal of the suspension agreement. Demand from the east is higher as well due to the freeze which will push markets to record highs. Quality is fair crossing through McAllen and Nogales. Expect volatility over the next 4 to 6 weeks. Grape & Cherry Varieties: Florida is experiencing low supply levels due to freezing weather conditions. Mexican yields are moderate due to past weather conditions that have led to quality issues. Mexico is experiencing increased demand. Expect elevated prices throughout March.
WILD FORAGED PRODUCTS:
Wild Mushrooms
** DONE ** Yellowfoot: Season done.
Cultivated Morels: From Asia (Near Tibet). Great product. Regular steady supplies. Pricing lower. 5lb or 2.2lb baskets. Call for pricing.
Black Trumpet Mushroom: From California. New “big” crop. Prices lower. 5lb basket. Call for pricing.
Hedgehog Mushroom: From California and or Portugal. True Hedgehogs. Call for pricing.
Bluefoot Mushroom: Gapping in supply this week.
Truffles (From least expensive $ to most expensive $$$)
- Himalayan Black Truffles (Tuber indicum) $: Black and fully ripe. Small round and very reasonably priced. Call for details.
- Winter Truffles (tuber Melanosporum) $$: Quality improving. Season is in full swing with mature product. Pricing is creeping higher. Whole (25g-250g per piece), cuts and smalls (special order only. 10g-15g per piece) available. Call for pricing.
- Bianchetto (Whitish) Truffles (Tuber borchii) $$$: From Italy. Pungent, garlicky, earthy aroma, small sizes. 10g a piece.
- White Truffles (tuber Magnatum) $$$: Season continues. Prices lower. Call for details.
