MARKET REPORT
February 14, 2020
Download PDF File
At a Glance…
The Mexico crossings continue to be slow due to disease and recent cooler weather. Market pricing is reacting as there are problems with both the quality crossing and the quantity.
empty
Quality
Price
empty
High
Avg
Fair
High
Avg
Low
Bell Peppers
Broccoli
Cauliflower
Celery
Onions
Lettuce
Romaine
Tomatoes - West
Tomatoes - East
Sourcing Update:
Bell Peppers
Florida growers are starting some newer plantings and supply will become more consistent. Pricing has increased mainly due to the decreased supply coming out of Mexico.
Broccoli
The market stays steady with better yields and more supply. Cooler weather has caused some purpling and some occasional yellow cast. Broccoli market stays steady with the warmer weather in Yuma.
Cauliflower
The market is picking up on cauliflower due to the damage done by earlier colder weather. Yields are down, quality is fair and the weights are below average. The market will adjust when the warmer weather starts to impact supply.
Celery
All growing regions are in good supply and quality.
Onions
All regions are shipping good quality and supply.
Lettuce
Rain to start this week in Yuma and cooler weather is impacting the supply. Weights are lighter this week with misshapen heads, mildew pressure and growth cracks shipping from the desert. There is a wide range of quality available.
Tomatoes
Florida yields equal about 50% of the 2019 numbers. Cold weather and rains have impacted the supply. Mexico has been hit with the disease which slowed the crossings. the impact of the cooler temps is the coloring up of the tomato. there is inconsistent color and quality in the box.
Romaine
Lettuce ice has slowed the production this week. Harvest crews have been delayed until 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. waiting for the ice to melt. Longer impact will be blister and E-peel problems.
Apples
No problems shipping from any regions. Consistent supply and quality is available.
Logistics
The National Diesel Average is $2.910 per gallon. Crude oil prices are at $51.66 per barrel. Freshway Logistics offers flexible and dependable refrigerated transportation and logistics services from all destinations in our distribution area. Established in 2003 and headquartered in Sidney, Ohio, Freshway Logistics guarantees a solid cold chain from pickup to final destination.
