ONTARIO LOCAL
** DONE ** ASPARAGUS– The Ontario asparagus season is finished.
** SOON ** CANTALOUPE– We expect to see light supplies the week of July 26th. The plants are thriving under the recent hot weather and quality is expected to be outstanding.
** SOON ** SEEDLESS WATERMELONS– Seedless should be available the last week of July, with supplies building into August.
** SOON ** YELLOW WATERMELONS– Yellow watermelons will also be starting the week of July 19th.
** SOON ** PEELED BABY CARROTS– Ontario peeled baby carrots will start mid-next week.
** SOON ** APRICOT / BLUE PLUM / NECTARINE: The 2026 stone fruit season in the Niagara Peninsula continues with sweet cherries. 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 essentially wiped out the Niagara apricot crop for the year. There will be some available, but very, very tight. Some farms have confirmed they will not have apricots available for harvest this season. Blue Plums (Prune Plums): Expect blue plums to mature in late August. 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.
** SOON ** PEPPERS– We should start to see field grown green bell peppers and jalapeno peppers the first week of August.
** NEW ** PEACHES– The first of the season Ontrio peaches have started, packed in baskets and clamshells. These are the “clingstone” variety. Pricing is very high on these first shipments. Pricing will ease as supplies increase into next week. We can expect the popular “feestone” variety by mid-August.
** NEW ** BLUEBERRIES– The Season has started with very light supplies, which should increase into next week. The quality is very good.
** NEW ** EGGPLANT– Ontario field grown eggplant season has started. The quality is very sharp. Supplies will increase next week!
** NEW ** YELLOW PLUMS– The Ontario yellow plume season has started. Pricing will ease as supplies increase into next week. Quality is very good, however we are seeing some fruit with a slight green tinge and not full yellow.
** NEW ** SWEET CORN– The Ontario corn season has started! Cob size is on the smaller size, but the kernels are well developed. Sizing will improve as we move into next week.
** NEW ** BEETS– New crop bunched beets have started. Supplies are very good. New crop 25lb beets will start late-July, early August.
CHINESE VEGETABLES– Bok choy, Shanghai bok choy and nappa cabbage all continue with excellent supplies and quality.
FLAT BEANS– Ontario flat beans continue with light supplies and very high pricing. Packed in bushel boxes. As supplies increase, pricing will ease.
GREEN AND YELLOW BEANS– Both green and yellow beans have started, packed in bushel boxes. Availability is very light and pricing is high as the season gets going. Expect pricing to ease as supplies increase.
PICKLING DILL– The essential for making dill pickles continues to be available. Sold in bunches, with each bunch being about 24 inches long. Paired with Ontario cucumbers will make a truly Ontario dill pickle.
CAULIFLOWER– The Ontario cauliflower season will start early this week. It will run until mid-late October. Quality is expected to be very good.
CHERRIES– Sweet Cherries: Ontario Cherries continue with decent supplies;l this will be the last week. 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; about another week left.
CELERY– Ontario celery from Chips Gardens continues, priced at a premium. Supplies are just getting going and somewhat sporadic. The quality is good.
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.
KOHLRABI– Supplies are good. Packed 12ct per box and priced very good compared to imports.
PARSLEY– There are good supplies of both plain and curly parsley. Packed 24ct. Supplies should remain strong as we move into next week. The quality is very good.
BUNCH SPINACH– Bunched spinach is in very good supply with excellent quality. Packed 24ct.
ICEBERG– There continues to be 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. The 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– Ontario supplies continue. The quality is very good. Supplies will increase throughout 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 and are extremely limited.
ZUCCHINI– With ideal growing conditions, green, yellow and grey zucchini continues to be available with good supplies. The recent weather will bring on strong and steady production.
ENGLISH PEAS– The Ontario English pea (shelling peas) season continues with growing supplies. Packed in 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 now 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 have started to drop off and will be done in about a week. We will now wait for the ever-bearing crop to start. Current sizing is on the small side. 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.
ROMAINE- Romaine is in good supply. Quality is very good, however, the extreme heat will affect quality. We can expect to see some tip burn. Expect good volume through 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.
WAX TURNIP (RUTABEGA)- Rutabaga continues to ship out of storage with good supplies. Prices remain steady.
CARROT– The 2026 Ontario carrot season has started with bunched carrots. Next, growers will start packing new crop 2lb and 5lb bags over the next couple of weeks. Jumbo carrots will start with the main harvest in August. Storage heirloom multi colored supplies are winding down, still with good quality. When new crop starts sizing will be slim until they bulk up.
HOTHOUSE TOMATOES– Hothouse beefsteak tomato markets have tightened considerably this week. Production is down and demand remains strong, which has pushed the market up noticeably. The supply side has pulled back faster than anticipated, and the market is reflecting that imbalance. This one has shifted quickly from where things stood a week ago. Tomato-on-the-vine markets are holding steady for the time being, though the underlying conditions are shifting. Demand has been strengthening while production has started to ease off, and there is a possibility the market moves higher through the end of the week if that trend continues. Heirloom tomatoes remain unchanged from last week. Production is solid, demand is running at reasonable levels, and the market is stable with nothing significant to flag at this time.
HOTHOUSE SNACKING TOMATOES– Cocktail tomatoes are unchanged from last week. Production is good, and demand has been moving at a normal pace, so the market is not seeing much movement in either direction. Grape tomato markets remain elevated this week with production running below demand and the market continuing to reflect that tightness. There is some potential relief on the horizon, with additional growing regions expected to start coming online within the next ten days or so, which could help ease conditions if volumes come in as anticipated. Cherry tomato markets are well supplied this week with production running high against normal demand levels. The market is soft, and supply is moving comfortably through the market without significant pressure. Medley tomato markets are also well supplied this week. Production is strong, and demand is running at normal seasonal levels, keeping the market soft with supply moving comfortably through the market. On the vine snacking tomatoes are in a similar position. Production is running well ahead of demand, and the market remains soft, with supply readily available and no significant pressure in either direction.
HOTHOUSE PEPPERS– Pepper production remains strong this week across all colours, with supply continuing to outpace demand. Markets remain on the softer side as inventories are well supplied, and movement is keeping pace with typical seasonal levels. Red, yellow, and orange peppers are all readily available, and the overall market continues to reflect the abundance of product coming through. Mini sweet pepper crossings increased through the end of last week, though the market remains tight with demand continuing to outpace available supply. Conditions are expected to stay firm in the near term as production works to catch up. Seedless mini sweet peppers are facing additional pressure this week as production has come down while demand remains high. The supply and demand imbalance is putting the market at risk of moving into a short position if production does not improve in the coming days.
ENGLISH CUCUMBERS– English cucumber markets are finding more of a balance this week. Production is strong, and demand is also solid, with supply running just slightly ahead of what is being pulled through. The market is settling into a more stable range after the tightening seen in recent weeks. Mini cucumbers are following a similar pattern to English. Production and demand are both running well, with supply holding a modest edge that is keeping the market from moving higher. Conditions are moving into closer alignment overall.
RHUBARB– Ontario field grown rhubarb is starting to wind down and will end in about a week. Rhubarb plants do not like hot weather. Supplies are getting somewhat tight. Act fast before the season ends!
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 now 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 almost gone. Mac’s in 3lb bags, Honeycrisp, Red Delicious and Mutsui are all that is left from last season. New crop Royal Gala are expected to start around September 15th.
HOTHOUSE LETTUCE– Supplies of baby lettuce are very good with very good quality and exceptional shelf life. Hydroponic boston/butter supplies are good.
MARKETS TO WATCH: AT A GLANCE
Seedless Watermelon: Watermelon supplies are steady with good quality. Shipments from Georgia are expected to continue for another two to three weeks. North Carolina should start in the next week or two, and Indiana and Ontario are both expected to begin at the end of July.
Mango: Demand remains strong on most sizes of red mangos, while honey (Ataulfo) mango demand is softer as the market is saturated with small sizes; most available sizes are 18, 20, and 22 count. Should current inventories continue to be absorbed by the market, these factors may support firmer market conditions later in the season.
Corn: Corn remains tight after the Canada Day and Independence Day post-holiday Ontario corn has started with light supplies and high pricing. Supplies will increase into next week. Corn is expected to remain tight for the next seven to 10 days.
Snow Pea / Sugar Snap: The Snow and sugar snap pea markets remain largely unchanged this week. Guatemalan availability continues to be limited, while Peruvian volumes also remain light and are expected to stay at similar levels over the coming weeks.
Peeled Garlic: Supplies are good from Mexico, while California is done and China is starting their new crop leaving the market short supplied. Pricing has sharply increased as new crop arrives with better quality. We should expect pricing to remain high until supplies arrive in greater frequency into August.
Beans: Green bean supplies continue to be erratic, at best. East Coast weather challenges have lowered yields and demand is exceeding supplies. Ontario will start mid-late this week providing some relief.
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.
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: Blueberry availability is increasing as Pacific Northwest yields increase, offsetting the decline in Mexican and California production. Production is in its third week in Hermiston, Oregon, while growers in British Columbia are starting their second week. This transition should continue to improve overall availability as volumes increase.
Blackberries: Demand continues to outpace supply. Mexican blackberry quality ranges from fair to good. Growers are pruning plants; numbers should rebound in September. California production has been slow to start, with stronger volumes expected in approximately two to three weeks. Significant increases are projected in late July. Expect this market to inch down.
Raspberries: California and Baja production is expected to increase over the coming weeks, improving availability. Supplies remain limited as Central Mexico continues to experience reduced production due to adverse weather. Reports of soft fruit and leaking berries persist, affecting overall quality.
Cantaloupe: New-crop cantaloupe production is beginning to increase out of California’s Central Valley, but prices remain elevated. Markets remain higher than usual for July. We will see markets move down further into this week.
Honeydew: Honeydew volume is steadily increasing, but prices remain elevated. More volume is expected late this week. Expect large, 5ct and jumbo 5ct fruit at first, but 6ct and 8ct melons will follow soon after. Prices will ease later next week once supplies increase
Clementine: Supply from Uruguay, Peru, Chile, and South Africa are now available. Murcotts and Tangos are expected in the next few weeks. Due to the shortened California season, the import market remains active, but conditions should ease as volume ramps up this month.
Lemons: The California lemon market remains elevated due to extremely limited supplies and strong demand. Imports from offshore growing regions and Mexico are helping supplement availability; however, overall supplies remain tight, keeping prices high.
Green Peppers: Eastern supplies remain tight during the seasonal transition. California production light after transition north.
Assorted Hot Chili Peppers: Supplies are stable on most varieties. Decent numbers are crossing from Mexico; Coachella and South Georgia are ramping up as well. Markets remain very short on Habanero, Red Fresnos, and Shishito.
Washington Apples: We are in the heart of the storage crop season and the import season. Gala availability is expected to remain tight until mid-August, when stronger harvest volumes should begin. Honeycrisp, Red Delicious, Golden Delicious, and Cosmic Crisp are also limited. New crop will begin in a limited way in August, with expectations for a stronger fall crop.
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.
Oranges: California Navel oranges are finished for the season. South African Navels continue arriving on the East Coast. Supplies are increasing week over week. The quality is great. Overall volume should continue to ramp up through July. California Valencia supplies are dominated by large sizes (56ct to 88ct packs); smaller sizes (113ct to 138ct cartons) are limited. Expect 113ct and 138ct oranges to become extremely scarce once schools start in September.
Transportation Update
We are seeing improvements in capacity this week from US growing regions as the Independence day holiday is now passed. We look forward to the remaining summer months being active, yet more manageable.
The situation at the Strait of Hormuz continues to be volatile. 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.
With the status of the Strait of Hormuz under question, at $78.58, Brent crude pricing has risen about $8 higher compared to last week. The massive “war premium” that drove oil to $120 a barrel when the conflict erupted back in February has effectively vanished. With Iran expected to 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 continues to drop below $5.00 per gallon to around $4.57 per gallon for last week. West Coast average prices last week were $6.07 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.
SPECIAL REPORT – Super El Niño 2026/2027: What It Means for Fresh Produce Volatility
With NOAA and climatologists confirming that a “Super El Niño” is strengthening for the 2026–2027 season, the impacts on produce from California and Arizona could be significant.
A super El Niño is a powerful climate phenomenon driven by the abnormal warming of surface waters in the equatorial Pacific Ocean, a pattern capable of severely disrupting global weather, wind and rainfall. Entering the second half of 2026, meteorologists are warning that this looming climate shock will trigger intense heatwaves and droughts in some global regions while dumping heavy, erratic rainfall in others.
For the fresh produce sector, which operates on zero shelf-life buffers, these simultaneous climate extremes present a potential threat. Weather risks seem to have become a baseline factor in modern supply chain management, shifting the conversation from simple product shortages to deep, unpredictable market volatility. The biggest concern is the volatility that super El Niño could bring across availability, quality and cost. Fresh produce is uniquely vulnerable because of short shelf life, tight harvest windows and rigid specifications. The projected weather extremes threaten to pinch these windows from multiple angles. Heat waves can reduce yield and size. Too much rain will reduce and delay harvesting, and it can disrupt transport. Bring all of these together and this is the pressure that we will potentially see coming for fresh produce.
Super El Niños typically supercharge the southern jet stream, aiming an active track of heavy storms and atmospheric rivers directly at California for the fall / early winter of 2026.
- The Good: It brings a welcome relief to long-term water reservoirs and irrigation supplies.
- The Bad for Produce: Heavy, relentless rain during the late autumn and winter planting/harvesting windows causes major field disruptions. Oversaturated soil leads to muddy fields, delaying the planting and harvesting of winter crops.
- Affected Crops: Expect potential supply gaps or quality issues for California leafy greens, celery, avocados, citrus, and early-spring berries, which can face fungal diseases, or get washed out by flash floods.
The Arizona Yuma region and the Imperial Valley of California are the primary desert growing regions to supply roughly 90% of North America’s winter leafy greens from November 2026 until April 2027.
- The Good: El Niño typically pumps extra tropical moisture from the Pacific up into Arizona. This can fuel a healthier summer monsoon and bring a wetter, milder winter, which generally means high crop yields.
- The Bad for Produce: The major threat here is unseasonable temperature swings and moisture-induced diseases. If winter storms bring prolonged dampness and overcast skies instead of the desert’s typical crisp sunshine, it can stunt the growth of crops. Furthermore, if the El Niño pattern triggers unexpected frost or freezes in the desert southwest.
- Potential Affected Crops: Iceberg lettuce, romaine, spring mix, baby spinach, arugula, cauliflower, and broccoli.
When a Super El Niño disrupts the farm-to-table pipeline in the Southwest, we usually experience two main things. Potential supply gaps are possible where certain items like strawberries or lettuces are hard to find because farmers couldn’t get tractors into muddy fields to harvest them. Secondly, because alternative growing regions can’t easily replicate the sheer volume of California and Arizona’s winter output, market prices for fresh vegetables and citrus usually climb when these weather anomalies hit their peak between November and February. Quality will also be a concern due to freezing temperatures and disease.
With the impacts of El Niño expected to surface around November 2026, we are already preparing. We are stress testing alternate origins; aligning procurement with growing regions that are less likely to be. I.E. greenhouse operations. We are running scenarios right now to see what this would look like.
SUPPLY AND QUALITY GENERAL UPDATE
Melons remain in focus as the industry works through a rough handoff from the desert to the San Joaquin Valley. The Arizona-California desert season has wrapped up after insect pressure, worsened by a warm winter, reduced yields and forced an early finish. San Joaquin Valley production is underway, but the crop is not building fast enough yet to fully cover demand. Cooler weather last week may slow growth and stretch the supply gap a little longer, keeping markets elevated until new fields gain momentum. Cantaloupe volume is slowly improving, and quality out of the San Joaquin Valley has been very good with strong internal color. Sizing is leaning large, with 9ct and jumbo 9ct fruit most available, while 15ct fruit remains very limited. Markets should begin to ease as volume improves, but relief will likely be gradual.
Honeydews remain more challenged. Mexico does not have enough fruit to backfill the gap in California as the desert deal has finished, and San Joaquin Valley harvests are just getting started in a small way. Honeydews typically trail cantaloupes by five to seven days, and cooler temperatures may push production back even further. Overall honeydew volume is expected to be lighter than cantaloupe, with 5ct and 6ct fruit limited and 8ct slightly more available. Honeydews will remain the more difficult melon item in the short term.
Lemons remain elevated as District Two carries most of the domestic crop. District Two, the Ventura/Oxnard coastal region, typically grades heavier to choice fruit than fancy due to coastal wind exposure. Sizing is also part of the challenge and, like much of the fruit this season, is trending larger, leaning toward 95ct through 140ct. All sizes remain limited. Offshore fruit from Argentina and Chile is helping supplement supply, and Mexican shipments are also just getting started. While import programs should help fill some gaps that California cannot cover, overall availability remains limited and pricing is expected to stay firm.
Strawberries out of Salinas and Watsonville are steady. Cooler weather has helped quality and shelf life, but it has also slowed ripening and kept production from opening up. A warming trend this past weekend should help bring on more fruit, and open market availability may improve. Santa Maria has started with a small amount of new crop fruit, with more volume expected to build over the next couple of weeks.
Blueberry supplies are improving as the Pacific Northwest builds and Michigan gets started. The Pacific Northwest is entering peak production, with Oregon moving into its second full week and British Columbia beginning to pack. Overall supply should continue to improve week over week.
Blackberries and raspberries remain more active. Mexico is nearly finished on blackberries, and California is increasing slowly due to cooler weather. Pacific Northwest blackberries should begin later in July. Raspberries are also working through a transition, with Mexico declining and California gradually adding volume. Baja should help more later in July.
VEGETABLES
ICEBERG– Iceberg supply is improving out of California as Salinas and Santa Maria production continues to build, while regional programs in the Midwest, Quebec and New Jersey are beginning to add supplemental volume. Expect weak markets through July as regional production ramps across North America; though, the market will remain sensitive to weather and field conditions. Salinas and Santa Maria, California: Supplies are very good in both the Salinas Valley and Southern California. Shippers are dealing for volume-type orders. Value-added triggers have been removed. Business is anticipated to be slow as regional deals shift demand and schools are now out for the summer break. Quality ranges from good to excellent, depending on the lot. Disease pressure, including Impatiens Necrotic Spot Virus (INSV) and Sclerotinia, continues to be present but at lower percentages compared to recent weeks. Weights are averaging 40–44 pounds. Expect prices to remain on a downward trend as production strengthens across California and Northeastern growing regions over the next several weeks. Colorado: Harvesting has started. Supplies are good, with good quality. This is just a three-month deal. Mexico: Production is year-round; however, quality and yields are below normal due to typical monsoonal weather conditions. Peak season for production and quality will resume in October and run through April. Quebec: The season continues with ideal growing conditions. We may see some heat related defects, such as internal burn due to recent extreme temperatures. Fields are on schedule or ahead of schedule, with ideal growing conditions in the forecast. Iceberg supplies are exceeding demand; quality is very good. Weights are averaging 42-45lbs. Volume will remain steady through July.
ROMAINE / LEAF– California: The romaine, green leaf, and red leaf markets remain steady, holding a firm tone, with romaine still experiencing the most pressure due to variable yields and sizing. 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. Quality remains strong with minimal fringe and tip burn reported. Insect pressure is elevated in romaine; harvesting crews are trimming additional outer leaves to mitigate the pressure, resulting in lower carton weights. Mexico remains active in romaine, particularly on hearts, helping support overall availability. There are currently no triggers on any value-added romaine or leaf items. Quebec: The romaine and leaf season continues with ideal growing conditions. Fields are on schedule or ahead of schedule, with ideal growing conditions in the forecast. We may see some tip burn and other heat related defects in the coming weeks after recent extreme heat. Supplies of both romaine, romaine hearts and leaf are exceeding demand. Size and texture are very good. Volume will continue to remain steady through July.
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 are good from Mexico, while California ends and China is starting their new crop leaving the market short supplied. China: Supplies of old crop are finished. Pricing has sharply increased as new crop arrives with better quality. We should expect pricing to remain high until supplies arrive in greater frequency into August. North American: Mexican peeled garlic shipments continue as California supplies are exhausted. 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– California: The Bakersfield region is currently the primary growing area, with strong availability across all carrot varieties. 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. The 2026 harvesting season has started with bunch carrots and packing 2lb and 5kb retail bags. New crop jumbo carrots will start late July, early August. There still are supplies of storage heirloom carrots, which should continue until the end of June. Reminder that the new crop heirloom carrots 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.
BEANS– Green bean supplies continue to be erratic, at best. East Coast weather challenges have lowered yields and demand is exceeding supplies. 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 continues with light production this week, with supplies increasing this week and into next. Expect high prices until volume increases. 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 NEW CROP RED / WHITE / YELLOW POTATO- Upcoming crop transitions will cause market volatility, but quality will improve over the next couple of months. California: Red and yellow production is now in the Stockton region. Supplies are extremely limited due to lower acreage compared to previous years. Quality is excellent. Current demand exceeds supply, keeping markets active. The season will finish at the end of July. Arizona: Red and yellow supplies are adequate. Quality problems include skinning, lenticle, and bruising. Markets are elevated. Texas: The season is just getting underway; volume is expected to increase next week. Quality is excellent; skinning is minimal. Markets are elevated to start but will decrease as supplies increase. Florida: Harvesting has finished in Northern Florida. Red supplies are nearly finished due to active demand. Quality is average. Markets are stable, but red prices may climb as the season winds down. North Carolina: Yellow supplies are abundant, while reds are limited. Quality is average; yields are lower due to drought and heat. Markets will remain active. Upcoming Regions: Production will begin in Virginia in early July. Ontario will start late July, early August.
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.
MUSHROOMS– Quality and supplies are very good with lighter demand. At this time, we do not see any supply issues.
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: The USDA is estimating that growers in the 13 reporting states planted 873,000 acres of potatoes in 2026. That is 29,000 acres less than they planted in 2025, a 3.2% reduction. It is 59,400 acres less than the five-year average planted area in those same states. Eight states reported a downturn in this year’s planted area. The reductions came in Idaho (-15,000 acres), North Dakota (-3,000 acres), Colorado (-2,000 acres), Michigan (-2,000 acres), Minnesota (-2,000 acres), Nebraska (-2,000 acres), Wisconsin (-2,000 acres), and California (-1,000 acres). Potato acreage in Florida, Maine, Oregon, Texas, and Washington is unchanged from the previous year. No states reported an increase. At 873,000 acres, the 2026 US planted area is the smallest since 1952. Nevertheless, trendline yields and average abandonment would result in a 2.4% reduction in the 2026 potato crop verses what growers in the 13 reporting states produced in 2025.
ASPARAGUS– The Ontario asparagus season has ended. Asparagus markets remain active as production transitions from Southern Baja to Central Mexico and local production ends. Expect elevated pricing and firm markets through July. Mexico: Production is closing for the season in Southern Baja. Harvests are increasing in Central Mexico and should reach seasonal peak volume by late July. Central Mexico will be the primary production region through August before supplies transition back to Southern Baja. Jumbo and extra-large sizes are limited and expected to stay snug throughout the summer. Quality overall is good; monsoonal rainfall has resulted in occasional reports of slimy tips and early decay out of Central Mexico. Expect strong markets with elevated pricing through July. Peru: Import volume into Miami remains steady from Northern Peru. Northern Peru will be the primary production region through mid-September; at that point, harvests will transition back to Southern Peru. This year’s El Nino weather patterns have caused a sustained warming trend through the Peruvian winter season. Higher-than-average temperatures have reduced yields and created occasional quality challenges. Quality ranges from average to good; some lots are exhibiting dehydration and feathered tips. Expect elevated markets through July as Mexico transitions production regions and Peruvian supplies face seasonal challenges.
ASSORTED CHILI PEPPERS– Supplies are stable on most varieties. Decent numbers are crossing from Mexico; Coachella and South Georgia are ramping up as well. Markets remain very short on Habanero, Red Fresnos, and Shishito.
FIELD PEPPERS– Eastern supplies remain tight during the seasonal transition. California production light after transition north. East Coast: Eastern North Carolina production is expected to wind down over the next 10 to 12 days. As the season progresses northward, Maryland and New Jersey are both expected to begin harvesting by the end of the week. New Jersey production appears to be ahead of schedule, which should result in improved volume by mid-month. Michigan, one of the key summer pepper-growing regions, is projected to begin harvesting between July 22 and 25. Ontario is expected to start August 1st. West Coast: Fresno and Bakersfield, California production continues to build but has not yet reached peak volume; most supplies are choice grade. Due to optimal weather conditions, the Bakersfield season continues in a limited manner; large-sized fancy peppers dominate availability.
BROCCOLI– Broccoli supply is active 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. The market is generally steady, with some localized firmness depending on field yields. Ontario and Quebec production is very strong with excellent quality. 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. Expect elevated pricing and tighter availability through next week, with increased production anticipated in early July
CELERY– Celery prices are inching up due to insect pressure and other quality challenges in California’s Salinas Valley. Salinas, California will be the primary growing region in California through November. Overall quality is very good, however, elevated insect (Lygus) damage, black heart, and pith is being reported in some lots. Growers are mitigating lygus pressure as best as they are able; unfortunately, damage is already being observed in fields scheduled for harvest as far out as early August. Production runs year-round in Santa Maria, California. The Ontario / Quebec / Michigan seasons have all started and will ramp up over the next two weeks providing options for supply. Expect moderately elevated markets through July as growers work through fields with reduced yields
CAULIFLOWER– Cauliflower markets are rising due to strong demand across the industry. California: Salinas volume is lower than expected, with suppliers forecasting below-budget yields. Santa Maria supplies are moderately tighter. Size is trending smaller in Salinas; growers report primarily 12ct and 16ct supplies, with limited availability of 9ct. Quality ranges from fair to good. Santa Maria quality is strong. Salinas reports include some bruising and discoloration. Ontario / Quebec: Ontario production will begin this week. The recent and current heatwaves might cause quality issues such as yellowing. Market conditions are expected to remain firm, with higher pricing and tightening supplies until production increases. Quebec will start late this week.
SNOW PEAS / SUGAR SNAP PEAS– The Snow and sugar snap pea markets remain largely unchanged this week. Guatemalan availability continues to be limited, while Peruvian volumes also remain light and are expected to stay at similar levels over the coming weeks. Demand remains steady across both origins, and overall quality continues to be good, with no significant changes in market conditions.
FRENCH GREEN BEAN / BABY SQUASH / BABY PEELED TOP CARROTS– Availability remains very strong this week, supporting consistent market coverage. Demand has softened compared to previous weeks, while quality continues to report well across current harvests.
EGGPLANT– Georgia’s season is winding down, putting upward pressure on pricing. California production is increasing but has not fully offset tighter Eastern supplies. Markets are expected to remain elevated into mid-July as East Coast harvests improve. Ontario has started with light supplies.
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– Corn remains tight after the Canada Day and Independence Day post-holidays. Georgia is finishing for the season, and many local deals in the Northeast and upper Midwest are just getting started. Ontario corn has started with light supplies and high pricing. Supplies will increase into next week. Corn is expected to remain tight for the next seven to 10 days.
GREEN ONIONS– It’s steady as she goes with green onions; markets and supplies remain steady. Quebec also has very good availability, priced slightly higher than imports. Overall demand remains steady. Quality is very good. Availability is expected to remain steady into next week.
BRUSSELS SPROUTS– The California season continues to ramp up in the Salinas and Santa Maria regions. Quality is very good and supplies are ample. Mexican production has ended. Supplies of small and medium sizes are abundant; jumbo sprouts are moderately tighter but remain available. Quality is very good. Some smaller sizes are being reported as early-season fields mature. Occasional yellowing and seeder are being noted in isolated lots. Expect steady pricing and good availability into mid-late July.
COLLARDS/CHARD/KALE– Greens are in good supply out of the Carolinas. The northern regions like Ontario, Quebec, Michigan, Wisconsin, Ohio, and the Northeast have also begun. Look for great quality in all areas with promotable volume.
ZUCCHINI– Steady supplies are available from multiple growing regions, including Ontario, Quebec, California, Baja, Washington, Michigan, Ohio, and New Jersey. Recent heat waves pushed temperatures into the triple digits across several growing regions. Despite the extreme weather, zucchini supplies remain steady as the local season is now fully underway throughout much of the eastern growing areas. Quality is very good from all locations. Now is the time to feature green and yellow zucchini.
FRUIT
PEARS– USA: Two pear regions are shipping this week. Old-crop Anjou and Red Anjou pears are shipping out of Washington and Oregon which should remain available until new-crop Anjou begins in early September. California is starting new-crop Bartletts and red Bartletts this week, with availability expected for the next couple of months. Washington will begin new-crop Bartlett harvest in late August. The Washington Bartlett crop looks slightly smaller than last year but remains a good crop to sell this summer and fall. California Bosc pears are expected to start next week and remain available until the Washington crop begins in early September. The Bosc crop also looks slightly smaller than last year but should provide a solid crop. Ontario: Ontario should start with Bartletts late August while Bosc will start in September. Imports: There are now new-crop imports from Argentina and Chile that are available in good supply. Pricing and quality are both attractive on these varieties and we expect them to remain promotable for the next month.
MANGO– Mangoes are available from Mexico with limited volumes from Brazil, offering availability across key varieties including Tommy Atkins, Kent, and Ataulfo (Honey). Demand remains strong on most sizes of red mangos, while honey (Ataulfo) mango demand is softer as the market is saturated with small sizes; most available sizes are 18, 20, and 22 count. Many shippers have stopped harvesting as the crop comes to an end this week. Red mangos from Northern Sinaloa and Los Mochis began shipping this past week, with sizing leaning toward 7s and 8s and limited smaller sizes. The mango market remains under pressure as larger retail sizes, particularly 10ct fruit, continue to account for a significant share of industry inventories. According to recent crossing data, 10ct fruit represented approximately 28% of the size mix, while 12ct fruit accounted for roughly 14%, indicating more limited availability of smaller sizes. As a result, smaller fruit continues to command higher pricing, while larger sizes are more readily available. Premium pricing remains in place for 6ct and 7ct fruit; however, increased volumes of 7ct fruit entering the market may influence availability and pricing trends in the coming weeks. Keitt mangos are expected to be available starting in August for three to four weeks before the season ends. The industry anticipates that an earlier-than-normal conclusion to the Mexican season, combined with Los Mochis production reportedly tracking below 2025 levels, could contribute to tighter supply conditions in late July and August. Should current inventories continue to be absorbed by the market, these factors may support firmer market conditions later in the season.
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: The first arrivals of South African product are here, with excellent quality reported. Overall volume is expected to be down compared to last year, which saw elevated shipments compared to typical seasons.
BLUEBERRIES– Blueberry availability is increasing as Pacific Northwest yields increase, offsetting the decline in Mexican and California production. Production is in its third week in Hermiston, Oregon, while growers in British Columbia are starting their second week. This transition should continue to improve overall availability as volumes increase. Quality is excellent. Expect markets to continue to ease. The New Jersey season is ending quickly due to recent weather events that have affected production and quality. The Ontario season has started for both cultivated and wild. The season will last until the end of August. Peruvian blueberries are expected to arrive from late August into early September.
BLACKBERRIES– Demand continues to outpace supply. Mexican blackberry quality ranges from fair to good, with recent heat and rain impacting consistency. Quality issues are being reported, such as leaky berries, due to recent heat and rain. Growers are pruning plants; numbers should rebound in September. California production has been slow to start, with stronger volumes expected in approximately two to three weeks. Significant increases are projected in late July. Expect this market to inch down.
RASPBERRIES– California and Baja production is expected to increase over the coming weeks, improving availability. Supplies remain limited as Central Mexico continues to experience reduced production due to adverse weather. Reports of soft fruit and leaking berries persist, affecting overall quality.
STRAWBERRIES– The Watsonville/Salinas season is past its peak; yields are falling 5-10% per week. The Santa Maria/Oxnard fall crop will get underway in late August/early September. Salinas/Watsonville: Production is generally stronger, with more consistent overall availability. Size ranges from medium-plus to large; counts average 16-18 per 1-pound clamshell. Quality is good; cooler mornings have firmed skins however, bruising and uneven color are being reported. Expect prices to slowly climb. Santa Maria: Most supplies are going to the frozen market due to high volume and current prices. The fall crop set to begin in late August/early September, depending on weather patterns
AVOCADO– Industry supply remains well balanced this week, with ample inventories available across the market. Consistent production in Mexico and California, combined with steady arrivals from Peru, continues to support stable supply conditions. In Mexico, the industry is transitioning from the Main Crop to the Flor Loca Crop as Negra volumes continue to decline. This seasonal shift is contributing to changes in the size distribution, with Flor Loca production primarily concentrated in 48ct and 60ct fruit, along with strong availability of 70ct sizes. Supplies of large and jumbo fruit have become more limited and are expected to remain constrained through July and August as the new crop gains momentum. As more Flor Loca fruit enters the market, dry matter levels are expected to be lower, which may result in a greener external appearance, longer shelf life, and slower, uneven ripening. California production remains steady, with harvest activity continuing at a consistent pace. The crop is currently concentrated in 48ct and 60ct sizes, while larger fruit remains widely available. Fruit quality and appearance continue to be reported as excellent, and supply is expected to remain consistent through July. As the season progresses, harvest volumes are anticipated to gradually decline heading into August. Peruvian import programs are fully active on both coasts and are expected to continue throughout the summer. Supply remains heavily concentrated in large and jumbo fruit sizes, creating potential promotional opportunities for those categories. Looking ahead, demand is expected to strengthen. Supported by strong California production and increasing import volumes, the industry anticipates balanced market conditions and adequate supply over the coming weeks. Mexico– A 44.3-million-pound harvest was reported for last week. The Main Crop is averaging 36.6% dry matter, and the Off-Bloom Crop is averaging 25.6%. Approximately 83% of last week’s harvest consisted of Off-Bloom fruit, and early harvests are reported to have strong quality, with a lower proportion of Grade 2 fruit compared to the outgoing Main Crop. California– Harvest volume for last week was reported at 12.5 million pounds. Dry matter is averaging 29%. Following a recent grower survey, the California Avocado Commission is maintaining its 2026 crop estimate at 330 million pounds. Based on Avocado Marketing Research Information Center data through July 7, the industry has harvested approximately 71% of the crop to date. Many growers in Southern California have completed their harvests, while some producers in northern growing regions are slowing harvest activity in an effort to align with potentially more favorable market conditions later in the season. Colombia– Colombia is currently progressing through its Traviesa Crop, with supply primarily concentrated in medium and smaller fruit sizes. Overall export volumes remain limited during this period, with smaller shipments arriving in both North America and European markets. Peru– The industry has exported more than 60% of its projected crop volume to date, and harvesting is now concentrated in ranches located in La Libertad and regions further south. The size distribution is expected to remain primarily focused on medium and larger fruit sizes for the remainder of the season.
GRAPES– Fruit quality out of California is excellent so far, with ideal growing conditions supporting color and sugar development. Harvest volumes will increase this week as production ramps up, and strong retail promotions through July and August should keep demand high. Green grape supply is expected to meet and may exceed demand this week. Along with black seedless, there are Champagne Grapes (16x1lb clamshell) and Concord grapes, packed in 20x1lb clamshells also available. Overall quality has been exceptional across the board. The California grape season is expected to carry through at least the end of October, and potentially beyond late November.
CANTALOUPE– New-crop cantaloupe production is beginning to increase out of California’s Central Valley, but prices remain elevated. Quality looks excellent, with sizing trending larger to jumbo 9s and 9s. Athena cantaloupes are starting lightly out of North Carolina and Indiana. San Joaquin Valley, California: Yields are increasing gradually and a more even mixture of sizes is emerging with 12ct and 15ct fruit becoming more available later this week. Quality is great; high brix and good internal color are common. Markets have started to ease slightly, but remain higher than usual for July. We will see markets move down further into this week.
HONEYDEW– Honeydew volume is steadily increasing, but prices remain elevated. San Joaquin Valley, California: Harvesting is trailing behind cantaloupe, but production is slowly increasing. Overall supplies remain limited; suppliers are holding back fruit to fill contract business. Next week’s higher temperatures should aid growth. More volume is expected late this week. Expect large, 5ct and jumbo 5ct fruit at first, but 6ct and 8ct melons will follow soon after. Prices will ease later next week once supplies increase.
ORANGES
Navel: California: California Navel oranges are finished for the season. South Africa: South African Navels continue arriving on the East Coast. Supplies are increasing week over week. Quality is great; sugar levels range from 10-14% Brix. The availability of 105ct size is limited; larger sizes (48ct and 56ct) dominate availability. Morocco: Limited supplies are shipping into the East Coast. Supplies are decreasing week over week. Quality is good; some soft fruit has been reported. Chile: Navels will be imported into both the East and West Coasts starting this week. Sizing is projected to be well balanced, with peak volume in 64 and 72 count. Overall volume should continue to ramp up through July. Quality will be great; sugar levels range from 12-13% Brix. Large sizes will dominate shipments.
Valencias: California: Supplies are dominated by large sizes (56ct to 88ct packs); smaller sizes (113ct to 138ct cartons) are limited. Expect 113ct and 138ct oranges to become extremely scarce once schools start in September. Heat in California’s San Joaquin Valley has caused some re-greening in oranges. Initial reports project California Navels will begin shipping again in late October. Expect steady yet elevated markets and extremely limited supplies of all small fruit through October. Egypt: Valencia’s continue to be available with an even size spectrum. The season is past it’s peak; supplies will wind down in July finishing in August. Quality remains good; sugar levels range from 12-13% Brix.
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 this week, with South African product expected to follow in mid- to late July. California: The California season has ended. California will start again, late December.
CHERRIES– The Pacific Northwest cherry season is in full gear, with excellent quality and supply. Pacific Northwest: Multiple spring frosts (particularly hitting the Yakima Valley and Columbia Basin in April and mid-May), alongside localized hail, created early panic and threatened to drag volumes down to 17 million boxes. However, this weather had a silver lining. The frost naturally thinned out the heavy fruit load on the trees, leaving less stress on the branches. Because the trees have fewer cherries to feed, the remaining fruit has developed beautifully. Growers are reporting that the 2026 crop features some of the largest, sweetest, and firmest cherries seen in years, boasting incredibly high Brix levels. Early varieties have wrapped up, and we are currently enjoying premium Bings, large 9-and-a-half-row dark sweet cherries, and the famously sweet, blush-yellow Rainiers. The harvest will continue to march through higher-elevation districts like Wenatchee and Chelan, keeping fresh cherries available through August.
POMEGRANATE– Supplies of offshore fruit continue to arrive from Peru with excellent supply. Quality has been fair as supplies are backing up due to lighter demand. Please remember, imported case sizing is 8lbs (8-12ct) while California ships 22lb cases (40-44ct).
LIMES– Persistent rain in Mexico has begun shifting lime size; larger sizes are more readily available. Mexico: The month of June saw more than double the total rainfall of May and 15% more rainfall than June 2025. This consistent rain has increased the availability of large-sized limes (110ct and 150ct fruit); smaller sizes, 230ct and 250ct limes, will become more limited. Quality issues, such as oil spotting and stylar, will become more common later in July. Crossings slowed due to the July 4th Independence Day holiday last week. Markets for the small sizes are starting to tick up; prices for larger sizes are easing. Colombia: All sizes are ample; juice content superior compared to Mexican-grown fruit. The Colombian market remains priced slightly higher than Mexican limes, but is trending down.
LEMONS– The California lemon market remains elevated due to extremely limited supplies and strong demand. Imports from offshore growing regions and Mexico are helping supplement availability; however, overall supplies remain tight, keeping prices high. California: Market conditions remain active due to strong demand and limited supply. District 2 fruit is predominantly choice grade, with peak sizing in 75 and 95 count; smaller sizes remain especially tight. Quality ranges from very good to excellent. Elevated pricing is forecast for the next six weeks. Firm conditions are expected to continue into the summer import season. Offshore: Offshore fruit from South Africa, Argentina and Chile are arriving in North America and will run through early December. These shipments will help fill orders not met by California lemons. Early-season fruit quality is fair, with some greening expected. Early-season sizing is limited on larger fruit, including 95 and 115 count. The import season is projected to mirror last year, with limited availability. Continued demand from global markets is constraining supply and reducing export volumes to North America. Mexican: Mexican shipments have started and will run through late November. These supplies will help fill orders not met by California lemons. Size will be predominantly 165ct through 235ct fruit; larger sizes will be available. Pricing will be comparable to California fruit until volume rises.
STONE FRUIT– West Coast: California stone fruit is now in peak production with improved peach, plum, pluots and nectarine varieties coming in. Sizing is trending to larger sizes, with smaller sizes more limited. 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– Supply from Uruguay, Peru, Chile, and South Africa are now available, primarily clementine and primosole varieties. Murcotts and Tangos are expected in the next few weeks. Due to the shortened California season, the import market remains active, but conditions should ease as volume ramps up this month.
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– Larger sizes are expected to improve by late July, while crownless supplies remain limited. Costa Rica: Supplies from Costa Rica will remain steady through July. Demand remains good, with overall stable availability on 6s and 7s. Costa Rica has good quality at packing with good quality fruit being exported. There are approximately three weeks left to harvest the very large volume of Naturally Differentiated Flowering (NDF) fruit. As we transition into the post-NDF period, we expect to see an impact on both fruit volume and quality. This may contribute to greater variability in fruit condition and requires close monitoring of maturity and internal quality. Mexico: Some Mexico growers are entering the summer gap, with yields declining quickly, keeping the market tight.
WATERMELON– Watermelon supplies are steady with good quality. Shipments from Georgia are expected to continue for another two to three weeks. North Carolina should start in the next week or two, and Indiana and Ontario are both expected to begin at the end of July. Texas is moving limited volume, while Arizona and California are active in the West. Wapato, Washington, is expected to start around mid-July. Mini watermelon volume also remains steady out of Georgia, California, and North Carolina.
APPLES– Demand is higher for Washington Royal Gala apples as the Ontario, Michigan and New York seasons are finished. Prices are rising. Ontario, Quebec and Nova Scotia storage seasons are quickly ending. Ontario: Apples continue to be shipped out of storage. Supplies are almost gone. Mac’s in 3lb bags, Honeycrisp, Red Delicious and Mutsui are all that is left from last season. New crop Royal Gala are expected to start around September 15th. Washington: We are in the heart of the storage crop season and the import season. The storage crop is smaller than last year, which has tightened availability across many varieties and packs. This trend is expected to continue until new-crop harvest begins in August. Royal Gala apples remain the most significantly reduced item this year, with the latest storage report showing inventory down more than 20% compared to last year. Gala availability is expected to remain tight until mid-August, when stronger harvest volumes should begin. Honeycrisp, Red Delicious, Golden Delicious, and Cosmic Crisp are also limited. New crop will begin in a limited way in August, with expectations for a stronger fall crop. Offshore: Offshore Royal Gala from Chile are providing steady weekly supply and should help stabilize availability over the next couple of months.
MATURE GREEN FIELD TOMATOES– Tomato production continues to increase out of Tennessee, and Virginia. Mexico’s production appears to be lighter on rounds, while romas are in good production. Grape, cherry and medley tomatoes are still very short this week. Supplies are expected to improve over the next 1–2 weeks. We are also seeing excellent supplies of rounds and romas from California. Rounds – East Coast: Tennessee and Virginia production is steady. South Carolina, Florida Panhandle, and South Georgia production is done. Quality is very good. Mexico: The Baja Peninsula is shipping steady supplies this week. Volume is low in Central Mexico but yields will increase over the next month. Quality is very good. California: Production continues ramping up with strong harvests in the San Joaquin Valley. Larger sizes are most common. Quality is good. Growers are looking for business. Markets will remain steady over the next few weeks. Romas – East Coast: Tennessee and Virginia production is good. It will run through the middle of October. Growers expect good quality for the summer season. Prices should remain steady for the next couple of weeks. Mexico: Central Mexico has new blocks starting, which will increase overall volume. The Baja Peninsula is in production; larger sizes are most prevalent. California: Volume is increasing. Prices are low as supplies increase. Grape and Cherry – East Coast: Production in South Carolina, the Florida Panhandle, and South Georgia has ended. Tennessee and Virginia production has started in a limited manner; quality is good. Markets are to remain steady over the next couple of weeks. Mexico: Grape Tomatoes and Cherries are very short this week due to lighter harvesting and higher demand. Medleys seem to be readily available. Quality on what is crossing the border has been good across all varieties.
WILD FORAGED PRODUCTS:
Wild Mushrooms
Morels: From Oregon and British Columbia. Supplies are very limited due to bad weather. Prices are stable. 5lb or 2.2lb baskets. Call for pricing.
Mousseron: From France. Limited quantities available.
Chanterelle: From Bulgaria. The season is picking up and there are very good supplies. The 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.
Fiddleheads: From British Columbia. Season ending soon. 5lb bags. Pricing lower. Call for prices.
White Asparagus: From Holland. The 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 Australia or Chile. 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.
