ONTARIO LOCAL
** DONE ** FIDDLEHEADS– The fiddlehead season has concluded.
** SOON ** PICKLING DILL– The essential for making dill pickles will be available soon. Sold in bunches, with each bunch being about 24 inches long. Paired with Ontario cucumbers will make a truly Ontario dill pickle.
** SOON ** PEELED BABY CARROTS– Ontario peeled baby carrots will start in late-July.
** SOON ** BEANS– We should start to see some green and yellow wax beans around July 5th. They will be packed in ½ bushel boxes to start.
** SOON ** BUSHEL BASIL– For those looking to produce large amounts of pesto, this seasonal favorite should return sometime later this week or early next week.
** SOON ** ONTARIO STONE FRUIT: The 2026 stone fruit season in the Niagara Peninsula should be kicking off this week. However, local growers are reporting a split season due to a cold winter and a rainy spring, which included some severe April frosts. While most stone fruits look healthy, some early varieties took a hit. Apricots: Unfortunately, the severe frosts in April completely wiped out the Niagara apricot crop for the year. Local farms have confirmed they will not have apricots available for purchasing this season. Plums & Peaches (Late July – September): The very first early-variety (Clingstone) peaches and sweet yellow plums are expected to trickle in by mid-to-late July. The bulk of the famous Niagara peach harvest (Semi-Freestone and Freestone varieties) will ramp up heavily in August and run through mid-September. Blue & Red Plums: Expect blue plums to mature in late August, though red plums saw notable frost damage this year and will be in highly limited supply. Nectarines (August – September): The first varieties of Niagara nectarines will start appearing in early August, with peak availability running straight through to mid-September. Because of the erratic spring weather, exact opening dates for specific varieties are shifting week by week.
** NEW ** CHERRIES– Sweet Cherries: Cherries have started, marking the official start of the stone fruit season from Niagara. Mother Nature hit Ontario’s cherry orchards incredibly hard during the spring. Thanks to a highly volatile combination of an unseasonably warm spell that coaxed trees out early, followed by deep April frosts and a cool, damp extended bloom period, roughly 95% of Ontario’s tart (sour) cherry crop was completely wiped out. The sweet cherry crop managed to fare slightly better, but yields are still significantly lighter than average, and the fruit set varies wildly from orchard to orchard. The season will be short; could be as little as 10 days.
** NEW ** CELERY– Ontario celery from Chips Gardens has started. Supplies are just getting going. Quality is good.
** NEW ** FAVA BEANS– Available now, packed in full bushel baskets. We need to get them quickly as the plants do not like hot weather. The season is short, expected to end in August.
** NEW ** KOHLRABI– Supplies are good. Packed 12ct per box and priced very good compared to imports.
** NEW ** PARSLEY– There are fairly good supplies of both plain and curly parsley. Packed 24ct. Supplies should remain strong as we move into next week. Quality is very good.
** NEW ** CAULIFLOWER– The Ontario cauliflower season has started and will run until mid-late October. Quality is very good.
BUNCH SPINACH– Bunched spinach is in very good supply with excellent quality. Packed 24ct.
ICEBERG– There are now some moderate supplies of Ontario iceberg lettuce available. Quality is good, packed 24ct.
BROCCOLI– Bunched Ontario broccoli as well as crowns are available in excellent supply. Quality is outstanding.
NEW CROP POTATOES– New Ontario white potatoes have started. Availability is limited. Prices are very high with very good quality.
ENDIVE / ESCAROLE– Supplies are good, with excellent quality. Pack size is 9ct.
METHI– Supplies have started. Quality is very good. Supplies will increase into July.
PICKLING CUCUMBER– Pickling cucumbers continue with limited supply. Packed in ½ bushel boxes. Size 3’s and 4’s. As a guide, size 3 measures 1.5” to 2” (38 mm to 51 mm) in diameter (medium dill). Size 4 measures greater than 2” inches (51 mm) in diameter (large dill). Size 1’s are gherkin size and size 2’s are baby dills.
ZUCCHINI– With ideal growing conditions, green, yellow and grey zucchini have started. Supplies are good. The hot weather forecast for this week will bring on strong production.
ENGLISH PEAS– The Ontario English pea (shelling peas) season continues with growing supplies. Packed in ½ bushel boxes and now full bushels. Quality is very good.
GARLIC SCAPES– Local garlic scapes, packed in 10lb bags. This curly, flavourful shoot of the garlic plant that shows up once a year and disappears before you know it. Milder than the bulb, sweeter when cooked. Available soon and not around for long.
SWISS CHARD– Green, red and rainbow swiss chard continue with good supply, packed in 12ct cartons. Quality is excellent with good supplies.
COLLARDS / DANDELION – Both collards and dandelion continue, packed 12 bunches per case. Quality is outstanding.
CILANTRO / DILL – Cilantro and dill both are in good supply, quality is outstanding.
FIELD STRAWBERRIES– The Ontario field strawberry season is past its peak production. Supplies will start to drop off into July, while we wait for the ever-bearing crop to start. Sizing is good. There are 2 distinct seasons; the June bearing crop. This is the “classic” season everyone thinks of. It is short but intense, usually lasting only 3 to 5 weeks. After about a week to 10 day gap, the ever-bearing or day-neutral crop will start.
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.
ROMAINE- Romaine is in good supply. Demand remains very strong due to high prices for imports. Quality is very good when compared to California. Expect good volume into July.
GREEN & RED LEAF LETTUCE– Both red and green leaf are available. Ontario product is packed 12ct. Supplies and quality are very good.
GREEN KALE– Green kale continues with good supplies, packed 24ct.
RED AND BLACK KALE– Red and black kale are both available packed 12ct.
BUNCH RADISH– Bunch radishes continue with strong supplies. Quality is outstanding.
ASPARAGUS– The Ontario asparagus season will conclude next week. Quality is outstanding. Pricing is steady. Now is the time to feature asparagus.
WAX TURNIP (RUTABEGA)- Rutabaga continues to ship out of storage with good supplies. Prices remain steady.
CARROT– The 2025 storage season is done. Heirloom multi colored supplies are winding down, still with good quality. The 2026 Ontario carrot season will start with bunched carrots in July with the main harvest starting in August.
HOTHOUSE TOMATOES– Hothouse beefsteak tomato markets are softening this week as production has been running high and supply is building. Demand has not been strong enough to keep pace with the volume coming to market, and as a result pricing has started to ease. We expect this trend to continue in the near term until production starts to level off. Vine tomato markets remain soft this week with strong production continuing to put pressure on things. That said, conditions are expected to shift meaningfully over the next ten days or so as local crops begin to rotate for fall and winter plantings, which should tighten supply and help the market rebalance. Heirloom tomato markets picked up some good momentum early last week. Demand has been strong across the board and we are right in the middle of prime heirloom season, which is definitely driving the stronger than usual interest. Good production is expected for about another week before things start to slow down, and once that happens, we should see the market push higher heading into July.
HOTHOUSE SNACKING TOMATOES– Grape tomato markets are well supported this week. Both production and demand are running high, and the strong movement is keeping things in good balance with the market holding up well. Medley tomato markets are under pressure this week. Production is strong and supply is building, while demand has not kept pace. The market is feeling the weight of that imbalance and is expected to remain soft in the near term. Cherry tomato markets are in a similar position. Production is high, and demand is on the lighter side, keeping supply ahead of what the market can absorb right now. Conditions are expected to stay soft until production starts to ease. On the vine snacking tomato markets remain soft this week. Production is strong and supply is plentiful, while demand has not been strong enough to keep up. The market is expected to stay under pressure until things start to tighten up. Cocktail tomato markets are steady this week. Supply and demand are well balanced, and the market is holding up consistently with no major swings in either direction.
HOTHOUSE PEPPERS– Bell pepper markets are on the softer side this week as production remains strong, and supply continues to outpace demand. That said, demand has started to pick up across all colours, which is an encouraging sign and should help the market find better footing as we move through the week. Mini sweet pepper markets are extremely tight this week. Production has been really weak, which has kept supply very limited. Demand continues to be strong, and with production not showing signs of recovering in the near term, availability is expected to stay restricted.
ENGLISH CUCUMBERS– English cucumber markets have tightened up quickly coming out of last week. Production is steady, but demand has come in extremely strong, pulling supply through the market at a much faster pace than we have been seeing. Expect the market to remain strong heading into next week. Mini cucumber markets are in the same position. Demand has come in strong coming out of last week, and production is steady, which has tightened things up quickly. The market is feeling much stronger heading into this week.
RHUBARB– Ontario field grown rhubarb is starting to wind down and will end mid-July or sooner. Rhubarb plants do not like hot weather. Supplies are getting somewhat tight.
STORAGE POTATO– Growers continue packing products out of storage. Supplies of reds are winding down. Yukon golds are done and yellow flesh are being utilized. Chef large #1 continue to be available.
MUSHROOMS– Supplies are good with no disruptions in supply expected.
CABBAGE– Growers continue packing green cabbage out of storage, while new crop is also now available. Overall, green cabbage supplies are very good and there are no gaps expected. New crop red and savoy cabbage have also started with moderate volume. Pricing is steady with good demand.
APPLES– Apples continue to be shipped out of storage. Supplies are dwindling. Gold Delicious, MacIntosh, Honeycrisp, Empire, Spartan, Cortland, Red Delicious, Ambrosia and Fuji are all still available with small sizes becoming scarce. Royal Galas are done for the season. Honeycrisp will be the next variety to finish. Quality continues to be very good.
HOTHOUSE LETTUCE– Supplies of baby lettuce are very good with very good quality and exceptional shelf life. Hydroponic boston/butter supplies are good.
TARIFF UPDATE
In mid-May 2026, the U.S. Department of Commerce officially imposed preliminary countervailing duties (tariffs) on imports of fresh Canadian mushrooms (specifically white and portobello mushrooms). The decision has sparked a sharp dispute between U.S. producers, who argue the tariffs restore fair market competition, and Canadian growers, who call the investigation “deeply flawed” and protectionist. Duties applied are between 1.62% – 4.97%. The preliminary tariff rates went into effect on May 18, 2026, Canadian farmers are sounding the alarm that if these tariffs stick, the economic ripples will hit consumers and laborers on both sides of the border. Because Canadian growers export nearly 40% to 50% of their yield to the U.S., a prolonged tariff could force them to dump their supply back into the local Canadian market, crashing domestic prices and potentially triggering farm layoffs. Conversely, U.S. grocers and supply chains relying on steady West Coast imports from British Columbia may see tight supplies and higher retail / wholesale prices.
MARKETS TO WATCH: AT A GLANCE
Seedless Watermelon: Watermelons still remain very tight. Crossings from Mexico have declined, pushing market prices higher. Summer demand is also very strong with Canada Day and Fourth of July holidays this week.
Mango: Currently, supply is available from Mexico with limited volumes from Brazil. Industry demand is strong, and overall pricing is increasing.
Corn: The sweet corn market continues to rise in the run up to the Canada Day and July Fourth holidays. Weather in the growing areas has been cool and rainy. The crop isn’t getting enough heat units and is slow to mature all across Southern Georgia. Product will continue to be very tight for the foreseeable future.
Snow Pea / Sugar Snap: Supply of Guatemalan snow peas and sugar snaps have declined as ongoing rainfall continues to impact both production and quality negatively. Peruvian production remains limited, while Mexican snow pea and sugar snap production has concluded for the season.
Peeled Garlic: Supplies of old crop peeled garlic have become very tight and pricing has sharply increased with mixed quality. We should expect pricing to remain high until new crop product arrives at ports in Vancouver mid-late July.
Beans: Green bean supplies are erratic, at best. East Coast weather challenges have lowered yields, but supply is meeting demand in California and Mexico.
Sweet Potato / Yam: Sweet potato markets are rising. Strong demand and limited storage supplies are pushing up pricing. Expect low volume and higher markets over the next six to eight weeks until late summer/early fall harvests start.
Grapes: Supplies will remain limited through this week out of California but should increase quickly as more growers reach full production this week. California red grapes are in good supply and volumes continue to increase. Green grapes are about a week behind but are following a similar trend.
Potatoes: Prices continue to rise due to strong demand and limited storage supplies. We recommend ordering for quick turns and keeping inventory tight due to shorter shelf life.
Blueberries: Demand continues to outpace available supply, keeping the market volatile and prices firm. Quality concerns persist as Georgia, Mexico, California and North Carolina conclude their seasons. Excessive heat and rainfall have negatively impacted both yields and fruit quality, contributing to ongoing supply constraints.
Blackberries: Mexican supplies are being diverted to freezers due to poor quality. The new crop season will get underway in late July. California’s San Joaquin Valley season is almost complete, but supplies have begun shipping from the Watsonville/Salinas growing region in a limited manner. Prices will continue to climb until the Pacific Northwest season begins in two weeks
Raspberries: California raspberry production is expected to increase over the coming weeks, improving overall availability. Supplies are currently very tight. California’s Santa Maria and Watsonville growing regions have excellent-quality fruit.
Cantaloupe: Cantaloupes are severely limited this week, but modest improvement is expected next week as new crop harvesting gets underway. Value-added cantaloupe products are triggered.
Honeydew: Honeydew melons supplies are declining rapidly. Value-added honeydew products are triggered. Modest improvement is expected next week as new crop harvesting gets underway.
Clementine: Due the shortened California season, the import market is expected to be active until July, when supply volume ramps up out of Chile and South Africa.
Lemons: Prices for all California lemon sizes remain elevated due to low volume and strong demand. In early July, both offshore and Mexican lemons will supplement California supplies. Expect high markets and limited stocks through June.
Iceberg: Markets are beginning to see relief after several weeks of elevated pricing and limited availability. All value-added iceberg items continue to be currently triggered. Yields are increasing while regional programs in the Midwest, New Jersey and Quebec are also beginning to add supplemental volume resulting in better availability and lower pricing.
Romaine: Leaf lettuce supply is improving out of California as Salinas and Santa Maria production continues to build, while regional programs in the Midwest, New Jersey and Quebec are beginning to add supplemental volume.
Green Peppers: East Coast production is down due to recent heavy rains in Georgia and drought conditions in North Carolina. California red peppers are transitioning from the desert region to the San Joaquin Valley.
Red Peppers: California desert production is slowing down; growers will transition to the Bakersfield region over the next week. Desert region temperatures are forecast to reach 110 degrees this week.
Assorted Hot Chili Peppers: Markets remain very short on habanero and shishito. Red Fresnos also remain limited, but yields are expected to increase soon.
Washington Apples: The storage crop is smaller than last year and therefore many varieties and packs are tighter than last year. As a result, we are seeing a rising market on many varieties, sizes, and packs, and this trend is expected to continue until the new crop starts in August. The most significant item that is down this year are Royal Gala apples. The latest storage report shows that inventory is down over 20% from last year. The other top varieties that are short this year are Honeycrisp, Red Delicious, Cosmic Crisp and Golden Delicious.
Bananas: Banana supply will continue to be tight over the coming weeks due to increased global demand and declining tropical production, exacerbated by virus pressure, low yields, and rising costs.
California Navel Oranges: California Navel oranges are heavily skewed toward larger sizes, with 56ct and 72ct dominating while smaller sizes 113ct and 138ct remain very limited and expected to stay tight through the end of the season and into the Valencia transition. Brussels Sprouts: Quality is fair and supplies remain somewhat limited. Growers are still combating insect pressure and internal browning. The weather in Mexico is warming up and that is also causing quality issues and reduced yields there as the season winds down. Production started in Salinas, California last week.
SUPPLY AND QUALITY GENERAL UPDATE
California lettuce markets are finally starting to loosen up after several weeks of elevated pricing and limited availability. Green leaf has already worked its way back toward normal, while romaine, romaine hearts, and iceberg should continue easing over the next two weeks as California production improves. Quality is improving, but we are still seeing some lighter weights, mildew, fringe burn, and internal burn. Better yields are bringing more product to market and creating some much needed relief.
Cantaloupe and Honeydew melons are a different story. The Arizona and California desert seasons finished earlier than expected after whitefly and virus pressure reduced yields and caused late fields to fall apart. Cantaloupe and honeydew supplies are extremely limited during the transition to Central California, and there is very little open market fruit available. New crop cantaloupe has started in a limited way, with better volume expected over the next couple of weeks. Honeydew will follow shortly behind. We should start to see broader relief once Westside production builds, likely around the week of July 5. Until then, lead time and flexibility on size will be important.
Avocado supplies are improving as Mexico’s Flor Loca crop begins to arrive. Early fruit may show some lenticel marking from the rainy growing conditions, but that is cosmetic and does not affect the internal quality. We may also see some uneven ripening early in the crop while dry matter continues to build. Flor Loca fruit can stay bright green even when it is ripe, so firmness is still the best way to judge readiness. These early-season traits should improve as the crop matures and volume increases, but good rotation will be important during the transition.
Strawberry production remains strong in Salinas and Watsonville. Cooler weather should help the fruit firm back up after the recent stretch of heat and heavy volume. The market is steady with some softer undertones as supply is running ahead of demand. Santa Maria continues its seasonal decline, but new late-summer acreage should begin adding fruit over the next few weeks.
Blueberries remain tight as Central Mexico finishes and eastern production struggles with light yields and quality issues. The Pacific Northwest is starting slowly and should build week over week, with Michigan and Ontario expected to join the mix soon. Raspberries are firming as Mexican production declines faster than California can ramp up, while blackberries remain relatively steady.
Overall, lettuce is finally giving us some relief, but melons will remain the biggest challenge until Central California volume improves. Avocados and strawberries are moving in the right direction, while blueberries and raspberries still need a little more attention.
Transportation Update
We are seeing better availability of trucks with strong markets predicted into the Canada Day and Fourth of July holidays. Shipper delays are still creating problems with on-time loading and transit.
The situation at the Strait of Hormuz continues to be highly volatile right now. It is neither completely open nor fully closed, but heavily restricted, highly dangerous, and functioning at a fraction of its normal capacity. While a tentative US-Iran memorandum of understanding was signed in mid-June to theoretically reopen the waterway and end the military blockades that began in February, the reality on the water is chaotic. At $72.50, Brent crude has now completely dropped below its pre-war level ($72.87 on Feb 27). The massive “war premium” that drove oil to $120 a barrel when the conflict erupted back in February has effectively vanished. With the Strait of Hormuz traffic slowly improving and expectations that Iran will flood the market with up to 3.3 million barrels per day, analysts are shifting their worries entirely. The market is transitioning from fearing a major energy shortage to anticipating a massive global supply glut heading into next year.
In the USA, the diesel fuel US national average has now dropped below $5.00 per gallon to around $4.80 per gallon. Expectations continue to be for prices to inch downward as the price of oil eases. West Coast average prices last week were $6.48 per gallon; down from $7.42 in April. Diesel represents roughly 20–25% of total trucking cost per mile, making carriers highly sensitive to fuel spikes. Prices are expected to remain elevated until meaningful normalization of global oil flow occurs. Temporary fuel surcharges are in effect on most items and transportation lanes until oil prices normalize.
VEGETABLES
ICEBERG– Lettuce prices are trending much lower as supplies increase across California. All value-added iceberg items continue to be currently triggered. Salinas and Santa Maria, California: Markets are beginning to see relief after several weeks of elevated pricing and limited availability. Yields are increasing while regional programs in the Midwest, New Jersey and Quebec are also beginning to add supplemental volume resulting in better availability and lower pricing. Quality ranges from average to good. Crews continue to monitor the impact of Impatiens Necrotic Spot Virus (INSV) and Sclerotinia on current supplies. Light weights/densities have been reported from some areas. Sporadic mildew and internal burn are being observed due to recent warm weather. Expect prices to remain on a downward trend as production strengthens across California and Northeastern growing regions over the next several weeks. Quebec: The season is shaping up nicely with ideal growing conditions. Fields are on schedule, with ideal growing conditions are forecast to continue. Iceberg volume is steady and quality is good. Volume will continue to increase into July.
ROMAINE / LEAF– Leaf lettuce supply is improving out of California as Salinas and Santa Maria production continues to build, while regional programs in the Midwest, New Jersey and Quebec are beginning to add supplemental volume. Mexico remains active in romaine, particularly on hearts, helping support overall availability. Markets are holding a firm tone, with romaine still experiencing the most pressure due to variable yields and sizing. All value-added romaine items remain triggered. Quality is trending better but remains inconsistent at times, with lighter weights and occasional shelf life concerns. Short-term operational impacts such as prorates or substitutions may still occur. Over the next two weeks, supply is expected to gradually stabilize as regional production strengthens; though, the market will remain sensitive to weather and field conditions.
SPRING MIX/BABY SPINACH/BABY ARUGULA/BABY KALE– Supplies continue out of Salinas. Tender leaf items such as spinach and arugula remain in good supply. There is some minor insect damage; discoloration is being reported. Baby Kale: Baby kale supplies have returned to normal and are meeting demand with good quality. Arugula: Arugula quality is generally good as well, though some minor yellowing continues to be reported, typically limited to very few leaves per bag. Baby Spinach: Quality is good, but we continue to see occasional quality problems, including mildew and bruising. Spring Mix: Supplies and quality are okay.
GARLIC– Supplies continue from Mexico with light volume from California and China as their seasons end. China: Supplies on old crop have become very tight and pricing has sharply increased with mixed quality. We should expect pricing to remain high until new crop product arrives at ports in Vancouver mid-late July. North American: Mexican peeled garlic shipments have begun as California supplies continue to dwindle. New crop California harvest will begin in earnest in late July, early August. U.S. tariffs on Chinese garlic have shifted demand to Mexico.
CARROTS– West Coast carrot supplies are gradually improving. Limited availability is expected to continue through until late-June. California: Bakersfield spring production continues to increase. Smaller sizing continues to limit supplies and support elevated markets for jumbos, sticks, peeled baby and chips. Field conditions and peeled yields are improving, with more consistent supplies expected into July. By July, volumes should return to more normal levels as Kern County production ramps up under better growing conditions. Arizona: The season is nearing the end; quality is great. Mexico: Inconsistent production has been an issue. Expect moderately high pricing and strong demand until California production increases. Ontario / Québec: The storage season is finished. There still are supplies of storage heirloom carrots, which should continue until the end of June. Reminder that the new crop will be very slim.
CABBAGE– Ontario: Green cabbage supplies are good with very good quality being shipped out of storage as well as new crop starting. We can expect green cabbage to continue out of storage and fresh harvest throughout July. The storage red and savoy cabbage season has ended and are being sourced from the USA. Imports: Cabbage has been in good supply out of the Carolinas. The northern regions like Michigan, Wisconsin, Ohio, and the Northeast have also begun. Look for great quality in all areas with promotable volume.
SWEET POTATO– Sweet potato markets are rising. Strong demand and limited storage supplies are pushing up pricing. Expect low volume and higher markets over the next six to eight weeks until late summer/early fall harvests start. North Carolina: Current storage supplies are extremely limited with unprecedented demand. Remaining quality is good; suppliers are managing pack-outs closely. Markets are rising as storage inventory is depleted. An estimated 15% increase in acreage is expected for the next season, starting in late September/early October. Fresh run/uncured supplies will be available late August. Favorable growing conditions are expected to yield ample supplies and consistent quality this fall. Mississippi: Supplies are limited; demand is strong. Quality is good; defects are minimal. Prices are rising across all sizes. New crop stocks are expected to hit the market in early September. Acreage is estimated to increase 10% next year. Planting is complete; current weather is ideal for growing. Louisiana: New crop supplies will start shipping in September. Initial reports indicate a 10-15% increase in acreage this coming fall. California: Remaining storage supplies are very tight. Quality is good; some lots are exhibiting pitting due to dehydration in late storage. Prices are due to limited supplies and active demand. The new crop season will begin as early as late July/early August. Overall acreage is expected to be two to three percent higher next year. Some growers have planted up to 20% more, but most of those are specialty varieties such as white or Japanese.
CANADIAN POTATO– Canada had a record 13.1% more potatoes from the 2025 crop in storage on June 1 than the same time last year. Most of the extra potatoes are in the Prairie Provinces, though supplies are also up in Quebec, British Columbia, and PEI. Stocks in New Brunswick and Ontario fell below 2025 holdings. Stocks intended for processing are up 14.1% from last year. Table potato inventories are up 13.0%. Canada’s May potato disappearance totaled 14.36 million cwt. That exceeded the 2025 pace by 10.1%. It nearly matched the three-year average usage rate. May disappearance increased, relative to the previous year, in Alberta, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Quebec, and British Columbia. On the other hand, usage fell short of last year’s pace in PEI and Ontario. May fresh potato disappearance fell 20.2% below last year’s movement. May processing potato disappearance exceeded year-earlier usage by 14.5%. Ontario: The province’s May potato disappearance fell 6.0%, short of year-earlier movement. Ontario’s June 1 stocks are down 17.1% from 2025 holdings. The stocks include fewer chip potatoes; less than the year-earlier inventory. May chip potato disappearance exceeded the 2025 pace. At last month’s disappearance rate, Ontario’s remaining chip potato inventory would be cleaned up by June 28. May table potato disappearance left the province with more table potatoes on June 1 than June 2025 stocks. At the May disappearance rate, those potatoes would last through July 11. P.E.I.: May disappearance was 9.6%, below the 2025 pace. That left the Island with 1% more potatoes in storage on June 1,2026 than June 1, 2025 stocks. PEI had 13.5% fewer processing potatoes in storage on June 1 than year-earlier holdings. It is PEI’s smallest June 1 raw-product supply since 2021. The remaining processing potato inventory would be cleaned up by August 28. Reports indicate that PEI also had a record amount of table potatoes in storage on June 1, which exceeded year-earlier stocks by 50.5%. At the May shipping rate, PEI’s table potatoes would last through the end of September. New Brunswick: May disappearance exceeded the 2025 pace by 10.9%. That left New Brunswick with 30.3% fewer potatoes in storage on June 1 than year-earlier holdings. Intended use data show inventory reductions in each category. The province’s processing potato disappearance was more than last year’s movement while New Brunswick had fewer processing potatoes left in storage on June 1.2026 from a year ago. If the accelerated May disappearance rate continues, those potatoes would be cleaned up by July 5. Growers also 44.2% fewer table potatoes in storage on June 1, 2026 than they held at the same time in 2025. Quebec: Quebec’s June 1 stocks exceeded the 2025 inventory by 4.2%. This year’s supply was drawn down 7.5% more during May than last year’s disappearance. The province’s May processing potato disappearance increased by 35.6%, relative to the previous year. It is Quebec’s largest May processing potato disappearance since 2018. That left fewer processing potatoes in storage on June 1 than the province held a year earlier. At the accelerated May disappearance rate, the remaining processing potato inventory would be cleaned up by August 1. Quebec’s June 1 table potato stocks were 27.2% higher than the year-earlier inventory. May table potato disappearance fell 22.2%, short of 2025 movement. At the May usage rate, the province’s table potato stocks would last through July 28. British Columbia: The province had more table potatoes left in storage on June 1 than year-earlier holdings. May disappearance was higher than the 2025 pace. Alberta: Alberta’s June 1 potato stocks exceeded the 2025 inventory by a record amount. May potato disappearance was 45.4% more than year-earlier movement. Intended use data show increased disappearance in all categories. Alberta’s May processing potato disappearance increased by 14.4% than last year’s usage. The processing sector had 45.6% more potatoes left in storage on June 1 than the year-earlier inventory. At the May usage rate, Alberta’s remaining processing potatoes would last through October 8.
US NEW CROP RED / WHITE / YELLOW POTATO- New crop yellow potato prices are elevated; supplies are limited. Red potato markets are holding steady. Upcoming crop transitions will cause market volatility, but quality will improve over the next couple of months. California: Red and yellow production continues out of Bakersfield. All sizes are available with good quality. The season will wind down in late June. Stockton supplies will start shipping in early July. Acreage is down this year. Expect tight supplies and high markets by late July. Red prices are steady; yellow markets are slightly higher. Arizona: Red and yellow supplies are sufficient. Reds are light pink. Minimal skinning is being reported. Markets are holding steady. Washington: Red and yellow yields are average. Late-season storage quality is fair, with reports of pressure bruising and lenticels. Pricing continues to rise. Florida: Harvesting will wrap up in Northern Florida next week; storage supplies will ship through mid-July. Yields are sufficient for both colors, but demand is active for yellows. Quality is good. Red color is light pink. Lenticels are occasional issues in yellow supplies. Markets are stable, but red prices may climb as the season winds down. Upcoming Regions: The North Carolina season will start in late June. Production will begin in Texas and Virginia in early July. Ontario will start late July, early August.
MUSHROOMS– Quality and supplies are very good with lighter demand. At this time, we do not see any supply issues.
BEANS– Green bean supplies are erratic, at best. East Coast weather challenges have lowered yields, but supply is meeting demand in California and Mexico. East Coast production is transitioning north; supplies remain tight due to weather-related disruptions across key growing areas. Georgia harvests finished early following prolonged drought, reducing expected volume during the harvesting transition north. The Carolinas are seeing inconsistent weather, limiting uniformity and early-season production. Virginia rainfall and spotty Ohio crops are delaying harvests, lowering pack-outs, and causing unpredictable volume. Ontario will start light production this week, with supplies increasing the week after. Expect higher prices over the next two weeks. On the west coast, California harvesting is underway in Watsonville, the San Joaquin Valley, and Santa Maria. Quality is good and favorable weather is supporting new crop development. No major supply issues are expected over the next few weeks. Mexican supplies are sufficient out Baja and Puebla; quality is good due to ideal weather. .Expect steady supplies over the next two weeks; markets are slightly elevated.
US CARTON BAKING POTATOES– Markets are rising as storage supplies shift from the Norkotah variety to Burbanks. Keeping inventories tight is highly recommended. Storage Crop: The Norkotah season is winding down; storage crop supplies will be depleted in 7 to 10 days. Once the Norkotah season ends, Burbanks will be the sole variety on the market from July to mid-August. The Burbank crop is dominated by 80ct and smaller sizes. As the remaining storage crop shifts from Norkotahs to Burbanks, expect lower volume and rising prices, especially for 40ct through 70ct stocks. 80ct and smaller sizes will be readily available, with pricing expected to stabilize for the next two weeks then slowly rise as demand shifts toward these sizes. Overall quality is good; air checks, pressure, and shoulder bruising will be seen sporadically in remaining storage supplies (both Norkotahs and Burbanks). Air checks are tiny thumbnail-like cracks that are caused by stress due to abrupt temperature changes. Pressure and shoulder bruising (soft, external indents) results from constant contact with adjacent potatoes and/or the floor while raw product sits in storage piles. New Crop: Overall acreage is down approximately five percent compared to last year. Fewer acres have been planted as a dry winter kept snowpack light. Reservoir levels remain very low. Growers that don’t have senior water rights must plant fewer acres. Although acreage is down approximately five percent compared to last year, ideal growing conditions this season are expected to result in higher yields, assuming there are no unexpected weather disruptions or water shortages. New crop Norkotah harvesting and packing is expected to occur early to mid-August.
ASPARAGUS– Asparagus prices are rising as production winds down in Southern Baja, Mexico. The Ontario season will conclude for the majority of growers this week. Expect higher markets for the next two to three weeks while harvesting ramps up in Central Mexico. Mexico: Production is winding down in Southern Baja; Central Mexico will be the primary region through August. Many growers in Central Mexico have delayed their harvest start dates due to recently depressed markets; growers are slowly opening fields. Quality is good; growers report firm spears with minimal seeding. Expect persistently strong markets into July. Peru: Imported supplies are diminishing. Elevated temperatures are leading some growers to finish their seasonal harvests earlier than expected. Quality is generally good, but varies by region; dehydration and feathered tips are being found in some lots. Markets are expected to inch up as growers transition from Southern to Northern Peru. USA: The Washington season is finished. Michigan supplies will be depleted by next week. Local programs in the Northeast are also coming to an end, shifting demand back to imports. Expect higher prices in the final weeks of these “local” seasons.
ASSORTED CHILI PEPPERS– Supplies are stable on most varieties with decent numbers crossing from Mexico; Coachella and South Georgia are ramping up as well. Markets remain very short on habanero and shishito. Red Fresnos also remain limited, but yields are expected to increase soon.
FIELD PEPPERS– East Coast production is down due to recent heavy rains in Georgia and drought conditions in North Carolina. California red peppers are transitioning from the desert region to the San Joaquin Valley. Green Pepper : Growers are harvesting moderate supplies in California’s San Joaquin Valley, specifically the Bakersfield region. Quality is very good. The Fresno area is expected to get underway in early July. Volume is low in Central Mexico. Production continues in South Georgia, but most stocks are off-grade. The North Carolina season has started; yields are lower than expected due to drought conditions and high temperatures. Expect high prices over the next few weeks due to tighter East Coast supplies and stronger overall demand. Red Pepper: California desert production is slowing down; growers will transition to the Bakersfield region over the next week. Desert region temperatures are forecast to reach 110 degrees this week. Crews are harvesting early; most supplies are choice grade. Due to optimal weather conditions, the Bakersfield season has started in a limited manner; large-sized No. 1 peppers dominate availability. Supplies are limited on the East Coast. Canadian greenhouse volume remains steady. Expect steady prices over the next week.
BROCCOLI– Broccoli supply stable in California with consistent production out of Salinas and Santa Maria, supported by Mexican crossings and emerging regional harvests in the Midwest and East Coast, including New Jersey. Ontario production has also started with both bunched and crowns. The market is generally steady, with some localized firmness depending on field yields. Quality is good overall, though some lots are showing minor variability in sizing due to changing weather conditions. As temperatures increase, growers are closely managing harvest timing, which can impact pack-outs in certain areas. Over the next two weeks, supply is expected to remain adequate across regions, with the potential for slight market firming if production tightens during transitional periods.
CELERY– Celery markets have eased; growers have completed the transition from Oxnard to Salinas, increasing supply levels. The Quebec and Michigan season is expected to begin in mid-July. California: Salinas is the primary growing region. Markets are expected to remain stable throughout the early summer months as multiple regions are in production. Quality is excellent. Salinas has experienced minimal disease pressure compared to Oxnard. Stalks are firm with good color. Production runs year-round in Santa Maria, California. Expect low markets into early July. Quebec and Michigan: The Michigan season will begin in mid-July and run through early October. Growing conditions have been favorable, supporting strong crop development. Fields are progressing well; quality expectations remain positive. Supplies will increase as the season ramps up through July.
CAULIFLOWER– Markets have stabilized as local/regional deals begin early, with volume building into early July. Salinas-Santa Maria: Supplies are steady with steady demand. Prices will gradually ease over the next couple of weeks as local/regional deals start. Supplies are meeting current demand. Quality ranges from average to good. Small-sized heads have been reported in some lots. Ontario/ Quebec: Local Ontario harvesting programs will have volume into next week. Quebec will begin in early July.
SNOW PEAS / SUGAR SNAP PEAS– Supply of Guatemalan snow peas and sugar snaps have declined as ongoing rainfall continues to impact both production and quality negatively. Peruvian production remains limited, while Mexican snow pea and sugar snap production has concluded for the season. Supplies are currently fair, but overall market conditions are expected to remain active due to reduced import availability and weather-related production challenges.
FRENCH GREEN BEAN / BABY SQUASH / BABY PEELED TOP CARROTS– Production out of Guatemala has declined due to persistent rainfall, resulting in very active market conditions. Supplies of French beans from Guatemala continue to decline due to weather-related impacts on production. French bean availability out of Mexico remains good, helping to supplement overall supply; however, tighter Guatemalan production is expected to keep markets active in the near term.
EGGPLANT– Eggplant supplies remain abundant on the East Coast, supported by strong production and good quality out of Georgia. A smooth transition into North Carolina and South Carolina is expected to maintain adequate availability. While California production is improving, prices there remain well above Eastern markets, making eggplant a strong promotional opportunity in the East.
ONIONS– Fresh-run onions are available in Northern California and New Mexico. California: Northern California supplies are tighter this week as growers break into new lots. Several growers are experiencing minor supply gaps following abnormally warm weather. Supplies are dominated by jumbo sizes and larger; medium sizes are somewhat limited. Quality is good; fresh-run onions will exhibit higher moisture content, thinner skins, and overall shorter shelf life. We recommend ordering for quick turns. Expect higher prices over the next 7-10 days as demand increases in
reaction to lower volume. New Mexico: New Mexico’s fresh-run onion harvests are lighter this week; high temperatures are hindering growth and reducing harvest times, reducing overall supplies. Stocks are dominated by jumbo and larger sizes; medium onions remain limited. Quality is good; fresh-run onions will exhibit higher moisture content, thinner skins, and overall shorter shelf life. We recommend ordering for quick turns. Expect higher prices over the next 7-10 days as production works to meet current demand.
CORN– The sweet corn market continues to rise in the run up to the Canada Day and July Fourth holidays. Weather in the growing areas has been cool and rainy. The crop isn’t getting enough heat units and is slow to mature all across Southern Georgia. Product will continue to be very tight for the foreseeable future.
GREEN ONIONS– Green onion supplies continue to be steady, keeping markets steady. Quebec has also started with some good volume, priced slightly higher than imports. Overall demand remains steady. Quality is very good. Availability is expected to remain steady into next week.
BRUSSELS SPROUTS– Quality is fair and supplies remain somewhat limited. Growers are still combating insect pressure and internal browning. The weather in Mexico is warming up and that is also causing quality issues and reduced yields there as the season winds down. Production started in Salinas, California last week. In the meantime, growers are holding to strict 10-week averages and are expecting the market to remain tight. Expect tight jumbo supplies through early July when the Salinas season is fully underway. Prices should remain fairly steady into July.
COLLARDS/CHARD/KALE– Greens are in good supply out of the Carolinas. The northern regions like Michigan, Wisconsin, Ohio, and the Northeast have also begun. Look for great quality in all areas with promotable volume.
ZUCCHINI– Zucchini markets are up slightly as the North Carolina season ended early. Many summer growing regions are underway in the Midwest, Northeastern U.S, Ontario and Quebec. California: New crop production is starting in the Fresno region of the San Joaquin Valley. Santa Maria volume is high; quality is very good. Expect steady prices this week. East Coast: The North Carolina season is ending; growers are reserving limited water for pepper crops. Production has started in the Midwest. Northeast production is increasing. Expect prices to increase slightly this week. Mexico – Baja: Moderate zucchini volume is shipping out of Baja. Yellow zucchini is tighter. Quality is very good
FRUIT
PEARS– Oregon and Washington State continue shipping Anjou pears and red pears. Overall, the Anjou and red pears are projected to be year-round this year and will be promotable through July. Bartletts and Bosc pears have finished out of the Pacific Northwest and there are now new-crop imports from Argentina and Chile that are now available in good supply. Pricing and quality are both attractive on these varieties and we expect them to remain promotable for the next month. We are anxiously awaiting the new-crop Bartletts and Bosc to start up out of California. This crop is expected to arrive a little earlier than normal and we may be loading new crop Bartletts out of California as early as July 10th this year. The crop is expected to be a good but slightly smaller than last year’s crop.
GRAPEFRUIT– California: Star Ruby and Red Flame varieties are currently being harvested. No major quality concerns are reported, and supply is strong across all sizes. Offshore: First arrivals of South African product are here with excellent quality reported. Overall volume to North America is expected to be down compared to last year, as last season saw elevated shipments compared to typical seasons.
MANGO– Currently, supply is available from Mexico with limited volumes from Brazil, offering availability across key varieties including Tommy Atkins, Kent, and Ataulfo (Honey). Industry demand is strong, and overall pricing is increasing. We are starting to see supply decrease as Michoacan finishes their season. Nayarit/Southern Sinaloa has another 2-3 weeks of red mango supply and one, maybe two more weeks of Ataulfo (honey) mangos. Los Mochis is shipping Ataulfo (honey) mangos and has another week before they wrap up and move into Kents starting the first week of July. Smaller fruit sizes remain the most limited, while availability across all sizes is currently inconsistent in the open market. Field prices have already increased and are expected to keep increasing as we get further into the season. Quality reports out of Nayarit and Southern Sinaloa indicate external blemishes and advance maturity, with Ataulfo (honey) showing the same external blemishes and higher color. Industry volumes are not expected to improve significantly for the remainder of the Mexican season, and elevated pricing is likely to persist in the near term. Looking ahead, early projections for Brazil indicate a typical crop yield. However, weather impacts in Ecuador and Peru associated with El Niño conditions may influence regional supply dynamics, and pricing in Brazil is expected to remain elevated as a result.
BLUEBERRIES– Demand continues to outpace available supply, keeping the market volatile and prices firm. Quality concerns persist as Georgia, Mexico, California and North Carolina conclude their seasons. Excessive heat and rainfall have negatively impacted both yields and fruit quality, contributing to ongoing supply constraints. New Jersey production has begun; however, the season is expected to be relatively short, weather dependent. Pacific Northwest harvests have started, with good quality reported. Fruit is now being shipped into California for loading, which should help improve overall availability as volumes increase. Peruvian growers will begin shipments in mid-August.
BLACKBERRIES– Mexican supplies are being diverted to freezers due to poor quality. Problems include softness and cell regression (black cells shrink and turn red). The new crop season will get underway in late July. California’s San Joaquin Valley season is almost complete, but supplies have begun shipping from the Watsonville/Salinas growing region in a limited manner. Prices will continue to climb until the Pacific Northwest season begins in two weeks.
RASPBERRIES– California raspberry production is expected to increase over the coming weeks, improving overall availability. Supplies are currently very tight. California’s Santa Maria and Watsonville growing regions have excellent-quality fruit. Several growers will maintain production in Central Mexico throughout the California season, providing a diversified supply base and helping meet stronger demand. However, Mexican supplies have been affected by the humid weather; quality has diminished. Quality is showing some improvement, although some reports of soft fruit and leaking berries continue to surface.
STRAWBERRIES– This week, the market remains soft with ample availability and spot deals frequently being offered for volume orders. Despite the abundant supply, growers continue to face significant challenges in meeting fresh-market quality standards at the field level. Persistent heat across California growing regions has driven pack-out volumes well above initial projections, resulting in inventory levels that remain well aligned with current demand. However, fruit quality has deteriorated, with overripe fruit, thin skin, small sizing, mold, and decay becoming increasingly common. These quality issues are largely attributable to the unstable weather patterns experienced over the past three months, which have adversely affected crop development, fruit integrity, and harvest conditions throughout the growing season. Markets are expected to stabilize through July as retailers begin positioning inventories to support demand for the upcoming Canada Day and Fourth of July holidays and growers re-gain control of production schedules. Oxnard: Production in this Southern California region is expected to conclude within the next week. Santa Maria: Yields remain moderate. The East Side District continues to phase out rapidly as the transition to the West Side progresses, positioning the region for the next production cycle. Salinas/Watsonville: A production surge over the weekend pushed yields beyond projections, increasing overall availability. Growers continue to manage field performance closely to maximize fresh-market quality amid ongoing challenges.
AVOCADO– Industry supply conditions are improving this week, with inventories building ahead of anticipated demand tied to the Canada Day and Fourth of July holidays. Steady harvest volumes in Mexico, combined with strong production in California and increasing offshore arrivals, are contributing to a more stable pricing environment. In Mexico, production remains lighter but consistent as the industry begins transitioning to the new Flor Loca crop over the coming weeks. Availability continues to be concentrated in larger fruit sizes as the previous season concludes. Supply of smaller sizes is expected to gradually increase, while larger fruit may become more limited as the transition progresses. Dry matter levels remain strong; however, fruit characteristics are expected to evolve as more Loca volume enters the market. California production remains strong, supported by stable pricing that continues to encourage harvesting activity. The current size distribution is concentrated in 48-count and 60-count fruit, with ongoing availability of large and jumbo sizes. Fruit quality and appearance are reported to be excellent, and supply is expected to remain consistent through July. Offshore volumes continue to increase, with Peruvian shipments actively supplying markets. The current size profile is expected to provide promotional opportunities for large and jumbo fruit throughout the summer. Following the Fourth of July and Canada Day holidays , demand is expected to remain strong, supported by planned promotional activity across the industry. Favorable supply conditions for large and jumbo fruit are anticipated to continue creating promotional opportunities in the coming weeks. Mexico– A 41.1-million-pound harvest was reported last week. The Main Crop is averaging 36.6% dry matter, and sizing continues to peak on 48s. As the Main Crop wraps up, the region continues to see a significant percentage of grade 2 fruit. Nearly 13% of last week’s harvest was Off-Bloom (Flora Loca). Initial harvests are showing a higher proportion of smaller fruit sizes; however, as the season progresses, the average fruit size is expected to increase. California– Harvest volume for last week was reported at 17.5 million pounds. Dry matter is averaging 28%. Growers across California are actively harvesting to help offset reduced shipments from Mexico. Colombia– Harvest is progressing with supply primarily concentrated in medium and smaller fruit sizes. Overall export volumes remain limited during this period, with smaller shipments arriving to both North America and European markets. Peru– Peru is currently in the peak harvest period of the season, with over 14 million pounds expected to arrive to North America this week. Harvest activity in Northern Peru is anticipated to conclude by early July, which may lead to reduced availability of smaller fruit sizes. As harvesting shifts to ranches in La Libertad and regions further south, supply is expected to be more concentrated in medium and larger fruit sizes.
GRAPES– Supplies will remain limited through this week out of California but should increase quickly as more growers reach full production this week. California red grapes are in good supply and volumes continue to increase. Green grapes are about a week behind but are following a similar trend. Most retailers are transitioning from Mexico to California, supporting a firm market to start. Early reports indicate excellent quality and condition. Mexican supply is still available in very limited supply with most shippers wrapping up the end of this week out of Nogales. Expect markets to ease in the coming weeks as availability and quality continue to improve. The California grape season is expected to carry through at least the end of October, and potentially beyond late November.
CANTALOUPE– Cantaloupes are severely limited this week, but modest improvement is expected next week as new crop harvesting gets underway. Value-added cantaloupe products are triggered. Arizona-California Desert Region: Overall supplies are extremely limited; most growers’ seasons have ended. Increased insect pressure and reduced yields pushed growers to finish one to two weeks earlier than anticipated. Markets will remain high until the transition to the San Joaquin Valley is complete. San Joaquin Valley, California: New crop harvesting has started in a limited manner this week. Jumbo and large nine-count sizes are most plentiful; smaller 15-count sizes are extremely limited. Higher volume is forecast for next week. Expect pricing to ease the week of July 6.
CHERRIES– The Pacific Northwest cherry season is in full gear, with excellent quality and supply. Pacific Northwest: The Washington cherry season is in full swing, with the market stabilizing at steady to slightly higher pricing. It remains a short season. Northwest cherries will move quickly and end early. There will be a second big wave coming during the second week of July. The harvest is expected to run until the end of July. Michigan: This season is expected to start the week of July 6. Cooler weather is being mitigated by watering fields and using fans to keep frost damage to a minimum. Markets will start off elevated but slowly decline as volume increases. The season will run through August.
HONEYDEW– Honeydew melons supplies are declining rapidly. Value-added honeydew products are triggered. Modest improvement is expected next week as new crop harvesting gets underway. Mexico: This season ended last week. Arizona-California Desert Region: While honeydew fields fared better than cantaloupe crops earlier in the season, the Mosaic virus has spread and now weakened plants. Volume quickly fell last week. Demand for all sizes greatly exceeds available supply. Until the transition into the San Joaquin Valley, markets will climb. All sizes are extremely limited. Jumbo and large five-count sizes are most limited. The season will end this week. San Joaquin Valley, California: Honeydew harvests are typically seven days behind cantaloupe production, but growers are pushing to get an early start this season. Minimal production started late last week; expect a steady increase in new crop availability through this week. Expect pricing to ease once stocks ramp up the week of July 6
ORANGES– California Navel: The remaining navel crop is primarily producing large choice-grade fruit, with peak supply on 56/48/72 counts. Smaller sizes (88/113/138 counts) will remain limited through the end of the season. As overall quality begins to show some pressure and supply winds down, growers with late-lane navels are actively harvesting. These late-season navels are expected to support supply through most of June at a premium. Most growers will finish in June, with some larger growers extending into July. California Valencias: Harvests have slowed following the conclusion of school program demand. Production is expected to ramp back up as navel volume winds down later this month. Smaller sizes (113/138 counts) remain tight and continue to command a premium, as the broader orange market is short on these sizes. Overall sizing is expected to skew larger this season, similar to the early navel crop. Imports: First arrivals of South African navels have landed with limited early availability, while Chilean fruit is expected to begin arriving the first week of July. Sizing this season is projected to be well balanced, with peak volume on 64/72 counts. Overall volume should continue to ramp up through July following the marketing order period.
BLOOD ORANGE– The California season has ended. Offshore product will be sporadically available until California starts again, late December.
CARA CARA– Import: Chilean supply is trending earlier than last season, with good overall volumes projected. First arrivals are expected early July, with South African product expected to follow mid- to late-July. California: The California season has ended. California will start again, late December.
LIMES– Lime prices remain low overall, especially on smaller sizes, while larger fruit is limited and continues to command a premium. Peak sizes are 175/150/200; size distribution is 110-10%, 150-19%, 175-24%, 200-19%, 230-17%, and 250-11%. Very hot and humid conditions are expected over the next two weeks. Periods of sunshine and variable cloud cover are expected, along with the possibility of scattered showers and thunderstorms, mainly during the afternoons and evenings. This may help improve sizing but could also disrupt harvests and tighten supply, with Mexico expected to dominate summer volume as Peru and Colombia seasonally wind down. Intense heat and high humidity levels are forecast to persist into next week. This weather pattern will increase the likelihood of quality issues such as skin breakdown and oil spotting. The more persistent wet weather is expected to halt downward movement in the market and quite probably create upward pressure going into next week.
POMEGRANATE– Supplies of offshore fruit continue to arrive from Peru with excellent supply. Quality has been good. Please remember, imported case sizing is 8lbs (8-12ct) while California ships 22lb cases (40-44ct).
LEMONS– The lemon market remains elevated due to limited availability and strong demand, with supplies expected to stay extremely tight through June and pricing holding firm. Relief should begin in July as offshore imports increase and supplement overall volume. California: Harvesting in District 1 has wrapped up, leaving District 2 as the primary production region. Markets remain active, driven by strong demand and limited supply. District 2 fruit is predominantly choice grade, with peak sizing on 75/95 counts; smaller sizes remain tight. Market conditions are expected to stay firm into the summer import season. Offshore: Argentinian and Chilean lemons have begun arriving, with a large portion already committed to contracts. Early-season fruit quality is fair, with some expected greening. The import season is projected to mirror last year; limited availability and a competitive market. Continued demand from global markets is constraining supply, reducing export volumes to North America.
STONE FRUIT– West Coast: California stone fruit is now in near full production, running about two weeks early with improved peach, plum, and nectarine varieties coming in. Pluots have begun with additional premium varieties expected in the coming weeks. The Apricot season has ended. East: The 2026 Georgia peach season is currently in full swing, but it is shaping up to be a shorter, more limited season than usual. While there are still plenty of peaches, growers are navigating the impacts of highly unpredictable spring weather. A warmer-than-normal winter caused peach trees to wake up and bloom two to three weeks earlier than usual. Unfortunately, a late frost hit right before Easter, striking the trees when they were at their most vulnerable. The frost severely impacted early-season Clingstone peaches. Many farms reported up to a 50% loss on these early crops, leading to a later and slower start to the public season. The late-season Freestone varieties hadn’t fully bloomed yet when the frost hit. They were largely spared, meaning high-quality peaches are available right now. The season will wind down early-to-Mid August as the final late-summer varieties are harvested.
MANDARIN / CLEMENTINE– Due to the shortened California season, the import market is expected to be active until July, when supply volume ramps up out of Chile and South Africa. Import: Limited volumes from Uruguay, Peru, Chile, and South Africa are now available, primarily clementine and primosole varieties. California: The California Murcott mandarin season is nearing its conclusion, with only limited volume expected to remain available over the next several days. Supplies continue to tighten while quality naturally declines as the season winds down. Strong demand and shrinking inventories are maintaining upward pressure on pricing.
BANANAS– Banana supplies are stable, meeting lower demand due to schools winding down. However, supplies will be tight over the coming weeks due to increased global demand and declining tropical production, exacerbated by virus pressure, low yields, and rising costs. 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.
GOLD PINEAPPLES– Costa Rica: The pineapple market has improved and volume from Costa Rica has increased. Demand remains strong. Market is stable with good overall demand and plenty of availability on 6s and 7s. Both 6s and 7s have been selling at the same prices week over week. Suppliers are expecting this extra volume to last for a few more weeks before the market starts to tighten up again at the end of July. Overall, the quality and taste are good. Mexico: There is much less volume being exported out of Mexico with growers starting to see yields coming down as they get closer to the summer gap. Transportation out of Mexico is stable but costs remain high due to increases in fuel costs.
WATERMELON– Watermelons still remain very tight. Crossings from Mexico have declined, pushing market prices higher. Summer demand is also very strong with Canada Day and Fourth of July holidays this week. As well, the recent rains in Georgia are putting growers very behind on orders; volume will continue to pick up over the next two weeks. There are good supplies on minis for the next couple of weeks out of Georgia as well. North Carolina will start in a couple of weeks. Texas also got rain and are shipping light supplies. Casa Grande, Arizona, and Southern California are winding down with supply. Pattison, California will start at the end of the week. Supplies will continue to be tight for the next 2-3 weeks.
MATURE GREEN FIELD TOMATOES– The tomato market is mostly stable for cherry, rounds, and romas, while grape tomatoes remain very tight with elevated pricing. Supplies are coming from Georgia, South Carolina, and California, with early North Carolina arrivals this week helping improve availability. Mexican production from Baja and Central Mexico is also contributing to overall supply. Despite some lighter supplies and minor quality issues in select regions, increasing output from newer growing areas is expected to keep availability stable into July and into the summer season.
APPLES– Demand is higher for Washington Royal Gala apples as the Michigan and New York seasons wind down; prices are rising. Demand is strong for Ontario, Quebec and Nova Scotia. Ontario: Demand for Royal Gala has been strong; packers are sourcing produce from Quebec to supplement supplies; even so, supplies will run out by the end of June. Overall, storage supplies continue to thin out, with larger sizes having better availability. Honeycrisp continues to see high demand; however, because this variety is more temperamental in long-term storage, volumes typically begin to drop off more sharply. Ambrosia is established as a staple variety with significant storage volume available into late June. McIntosh, Empire and Red Delicious volumes continue to decline as growers replace older orchards with high-density plantings of the varieties listed above. Prices are rising as supplies dwindle. Washington: We are now in the heart of the storage crop season as well as the heart of the import season. The storage crop is smaller than last year and therefore many varieties and packs are tighter than last year. As a result, we are seeing a rising market on many varieties, sizes, and packs, and this trend is expected to continue until the new crop starts in August. The most significant item that is down this year are Royal Gala apples. The latest storage report shows that inventory is down over 20% from last year. This item has really tightened up in the last couple of months, and prices are very high for this time of year. Expect Gala availability and pricing to continue to be tight as there is no relief in sight. The other top varieties that are short this year are Honeycrisp, Red Delicious, Golden Delicious and Cosmic Crisp. Overall, we are left with a smaller crop than expected and rising prices. Import apples will also give us some relief as we begin to get steadily increasing supplies each week. Although we don’t expect the import crop to lower prices, we are hoping that it stabilizes prices over the next couple of months. The new crop starts in a small way on limited varieties in August with hopes of a robust crop this fall.
WILD FORAGED PRODUCTS:
Wild Mushrooms
Morels: From Oregon and British Columbia. Supplies limited due to bad weather. Prices stable. 5lb or 2.2lb baskets. Call for pricing. Mousseron: From France. Limited quantities available. Not available this week.
Chanterelle: From Bulgaria. Season is picking up and there are very good supplies. Quality is awesome. Prices continue dropping with every shipment. 6lb and 2.2lb baskets. Call for pricing.
** DONE ** Porcini (Cepes): Fresh crop from Oregon has ended.
Bluefoot Mushroom: Not available this week.
Cauliflower Mushrooms: From Asia. Good supplies. 2.2lb packs. Call for pricing.
Foraged Products
Garlic Scapes: From British Columbia. Milder than the bulb, sweeter when cooked. Shows up once a year and disappears fast. Wild Asparagus: From France. Sold by the 200gm bunch. Pricing lower. Call for pricing.
Spruce Tips: From British Columbia. 1lb. bags. Call for pricing.
** DONE ** Fresh Ramps: Season is done.
Fiddleheads: From British Columbia or Quebec. 5lb bags. Pricing lower. Call for prices.
White Asparagus: From Holland. Season is winding down quickly. Prices much higher. 5kg cases. “AA” 16-20MM and “AAA’ 26-32MM sizing. Call for pricing.
Truffles
Winter Truffles (Tuber melanosporum): Southern Hemisphere. From Chile or Australia. Harvest has begun. Quality is now very good with strong aroma. Call for availability and pricing.
Summer Truffles (Tuber aestivum) $$: From Italy. Good supplies. Pricing lower. Call for more information.
