Market conditions on fresh produce are constantly changing. Click below for the lastest market update from PRO*ACT and the Hardie's buying team. Hardie's Buyer Notes:
Jumbo Carrots - Jumbo size carrots are on the small end of sizing. Supply is short due to 15+ days of high heat in the growing area which in turn is causing shipping delays. We are mixing it up and buying from Other growing areas to stay in good supply.
Brussels Sprouts - Expect to see mixed sizing and undersized pieces as we gap a little from Mexico to California product.
Russet Potatoes - We're coming to the end of storage crop. Expect mixed sizing and some skin defects. Please be patient as we may sub sizing to keep customers in good product
Blackberries - Blackberries are still struggling with supply from heat related weather issues. Prices are escalating. Expect to see some "red cell" defect on the berry. This is common with heat.
Oranges - California oranges will get very tight here pretty quick. Mainly due to pests when the oranges were young and heavy rain, and now heat issues. Expect supplies to be very tight on all oranges, especially small fruit as schools come back. We will also see a 2-3 week gap in the transition from Valencia to navel crops. Manderine's ( clementines ) would be a great sub option if possible.
Cilantro - The market is active and supplies remain tight due to field challenges such as burn, mildew and spotting.