Strawberries

Supplies remain tight, and quality is variable due to poor growing conditions and excessive heat in the fields.

Lettuces & Leafy Greens

Supply is improving following recent food safety concerns. Iceberg lettuce is beginning to rebound after challenges related to Cyclospora.

Apples

New crop Honeycrisp and Gala apples are shipping from Washington, with several additional varieties expected to begin over the next two months. Virginia and New York production will ramp up in the coming weeks. Overall supply will continue to improve, providing ample promotional opportunities.

Asparagus

Light volume. Moderate supplies from Peru are expected through October.

Bush Berries

Blueberries: Supply is wrapping up in the Pacific Northwest and Michigan. Peruvian imports have begun, though at a premium. Shippers expect tight supplies over the next few months, with availability improving by mid-to-late October.

Raspberries: Supplies are abundant from Mexico and Baja California.

Blackberries: Stable supply continues from Mexico and Baja California.

Chili Peppers

Chiles: Moderate supply. Excessive heat and rainfall have impacted North Carolina production. Georgia and Florida are approximately two weeks away from starting production.

Mini Sweets: Good supply. Production continues from Baja California and Jalisco, Mexico.

Citrus

General Citrus: Weather issues in South Africa have created some quality concerns, but overall supply remains steady.

Clementines: Imported fruit is available from Peru, Chile, and Uruguay. Supply and flavor are expected to improve over the next several weeks.

Minneolas & Cara Cara Oranges: Supplies remain tight.

Navels: We have transitioned to imported fruit. Early-season quality will continue to improve.

Lemons: The Argentinian import program is underway. Supply is moderate and improving.

Limes: Ample supply and highly promotable.

Eastern Vegetables

Zucchini & Yellow Squash: Moderate supply. Markets have tightened as heat and seasonal transitions reduce production. Georgia has begun production on a limited basis.

Cucumbers: Moderate supply. Production continues in Michigan and New York.

Green Peppers: Good supply. Production continues in Michigan, Ohio, New Jersey, and New York.

Green Beans: Good supply. Production continues in Michigan and New York.

Corn: We will transition from crates to trays over the next two weeks.

Eggplant: Good supply with availability from multiple growing regions.

Green Cabbage: Good supply. Production continues in Michigan, Ohio, New Jersey, and New York.

Fall Squash: Good supply. Eastern production has started in Michigan and New York.

Grapes

California's Central Valley is in peak harvest. Supply is stable and quality is excellent.

Hothouse

Fresh produce is exempt from Canadian tariffs.

Beefsteak & TOV Tomatoes: Moderate supply. Overall quality remains very good regardless of origin. New crop production from Mexico is expected to begin in early October. Canadian production has approximately 6 to 8 weeks remaining before acreage is reduced.

Colored Peppers: Moderate supply. Lower Canadian production has tightened the market and increased demand for Mexican product.

European Cucumbers: Moderate supply. Canadian yields remain lighter due to summer heat. Mexico continues to provide steady supply, though overall availability will remain somewhat limited.

Mini Cucumbers: Moderate supply. Canadian production remains light, but Mexican volumes continue to support availability.

Snacking Tomatoes: Low to moderate supply. Mexico is experiencing a brief production gap, resulting in higher markets until volumes return in the coming weeks.

Mini Sweets: Good supply with continued production from Mexico.

Melons

Watermelon Bins: With Labor Day behind us, we will transition from bins to cartons over the next two weeks.

Cantaloupes: We have transitioned to the West Coast melon program to support quality and availability.

Onions

Supply is stable. Washington, Oregon, and Idaho have all begun shipping new crop onions. Availability will continue to improve over the next month.

Pears

We are fully transitioned to Washington Bartlett and Red Anjou pears. Washington Bosc pears are expected to begin shipping the first week of September. California product will continue shipping through next week.

Potatoes

Russets: New crop russets are shipping at full volume. Many growers are reporting lower yields on larger baker sizes, keeping those markets tight. As a reminder, new crop russets may sweat in the bag, which is normal and not a quality concern. Product will ship in mesh bags to help reduce moisture buildup.

Red & Gold Potatoes: Minnesota harvest is in full swing, and supplies are plentiful.

Sweet Potatoes: Supplies remain tight as new crop harvest begins. Supply challenges are expected to continue for approximately two more weeks.

Stone Fruit

Stone fruit season is winding down. Peaches will remain available through September.

Field-Grown Tomatoes

Romas: Moderate supply. Eastern production continues to provide volume, but availability is slightly lighter and markets are beginning to strengthen.

Rounds: Moderate supply. Eastern production has tightened due to heat-related impacts and regional supply transitions.

Grape Tomatoes: Moderate supply. Eastern production is expected to remain light, while Mexico continues to provide steady moderate volumes.

Tropical

Mangos: Light supply. Mexican production has concluded. Brazilian fruit has begun arriving, and product is currently loading through New Jersey ports.

Limes: Good supply with ample availability.

Avocados: Good supply. Markets increased following the recent suspension but have since stabilized. Supply from Michoacán, Mexico remains steady.