News and Stories

Broccoli and Cauliflower

• Cold weather and rainy conditions have slowed growth and affected quality, reducing yields; pin rot, mildew, and decay may be present in finished broccoli packs due to rain
• Mexican broccoli supplies (into South Texas) are adequate; markets are slightly lower
• Expect elevated prices and limited supplies through the month   

Green Onions

• Rain and short days are minimizing harvesting in Northern Mexico   
• Cold weather continues to hinder plant maturity, reducing supply levels
• The market is expected to rise into next month  

Green Leaf, Iceberg, and Romaine

• Harvesting crews are working limited hours this week and next
• Today’s rain and muddy field conditions will curtail harvesting, further tightening inventories
• November’s rainy weather and recent low temperatures have also reduced yields; epidermal blistering/peeling and decay are the main quality issues
• Expect limited stocks and climbing prices

Tomatoes

• New crop Mexican supplies are beginning to trickle into Nogales, Arizona and McAllen, Texas
• Florida stocks remain limited; weather-related quality issues are a concern
• Contract trigger levels remain in effect for the week of December 30
• Expect increased stocks and lower prices for the week of January 6

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