Tag: broccoli

The fires near Salinas, CA, growing regions in August continue to cause problems for growers, even after many have been contained.

Church Brothers Farms is expanding its value-added offerings to the retail segment with the introduction of five new items under the Green Giant Fresh brand: Sweet baby broccoli, Sweet baby cauliflower, Spaghetti squash, Butternut squash and Sweet potato.

Weather problems continue to affect California vegetables, and increasing foodservice demand is causing some prices to rise.

Broccoli prices are soaring as supplies tighten and consumer demand shows no signs of letting up.

The heat in the Salinas, CA, area is affecting crops there, lowering volumes and causing prices to rise.

Many fruits and vegetables are starting to see stronger demand with some restaurants opening back up and Memorial Day holiday demand.

Broccoli and cauliflower are two more vegetables that have seen consumer demand drop since the mid-March retail surge as cities around the United States issues shelter-in-place orders.

Avocados, broccoli, mangoes, limes and tomatoes are all in season and crossing in heavy numbers, especially ahead of the Easter holiday, said Dante Galeazzi, CEO and president of the Texas International Produce Association.