The Source: Commodity Updates Your source for learning how weather and other conditions across the country and the globe affect the quality, availability, and pricing of your fresh fruits and produce.
Iceberg - Escalated pricing is in effect. Most supplier are being harvested in the Salinas Valley. Weights are ranging from 39-43 lbs. Issues include ribbing, insect damage, and rusting.
Romaine - Warm temperatures and lack of rain in the growing regions have lead to issues with insect damage. Weights are ranging from 32-36 lbs. Escalated prices.
Green Leaf & Red Leaf - Insect damage is also an issue with green and red leaf lettuces. Availability is extremely light. Escalated prices.
Strawberries - Demand exceeds supply due to a seasonal supply gap and the Mother's Day pull.
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