NEWS FROM THE FARM

BALDOR'S MARKET UPDATE

[Please note: Availability and sourcing are subject to change.]

News on what's affecting markets in May

Cauliflower

Cauliflower

Adverse weather across major growing regions has driven cauliflower to be critically tight across the board, with elevated prices to match. Caulilini and Florentino are also very short. 

Idaho Potatoes

Idaho Potatoes

Idaho potatoes are priced well now—but plan ahead. Water shortages are prompting Idaho growers to scale back spring planting, and early signals point to the possibility of reduced supply and elevated prices this fall. Stay tuned for more updates.

Tomatoes

Tomatoes

After the tightest market in roughly 20 years, tomato prices are normalizing. Roma and beefsteak are dropping significantly; field rounds are easing more slowly. A welcome relief heading into peak tomato season.

Chicories

Chicories

California radicchio supply is extremely short across all suppliers. Standard radicchio (R) is in reasonable shape, but Trevisano (R1) and Castelfranco (R4) are both very short with significant gaps. Italian Castelfranco (R51A) remains in stock. If Trevisano or Castelfranco are on your menu right now, lean on R51A while it lasts.

Canola Oil

Canola Oil

Canola prices are correlated with crude oil markets—the crop is dual-purpose, supplying both food processors and biofuel producers, so when energy markets spike, food-grade supply tightens and prices follow. Expect continued volatility through the spring.

 

Spring & Summer Produce Guide

Spring & Summer Produce Guide

Just in time for your menu planning, we’ve put together our Spring & Summer Produce Guide! From the first ramps and green garlic, to the peas worth eating raw and the pencil asparagus that barely requires flash cooking, the season’s best produce awaits.