NEWS FROM THE FARM

BALDOR'S MARKET UPDATE

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

News on what's affecting availability and pricing in October

Tariffs Update

Tariffs Update

In light of the recently imposed tariffs, we wanted to let you know that we are committed to maintaining the highest quality of food, while recognizing how economic pressures affect your business.   

Read more about how we are dealing with the impact of tariffs here: How We’re Managing Tariffs 

Vegetable Market

Vegetable Market

As the Salinas growing season winds down, challenging and unusual weather conditions—elevated temperatures, high humidity, significant rainfall and hail—coupled with high demand have driven prices significantly higher than usual. At the same time, Hurricane Priscilla is impacting northern Mexico and parts of Arizona, further complicating supply chains and availability.

Tender leaf greens, brassicas, lettuce, and asparagus are most affected. Read our full update here

Strawberry Production

Strawberry Production

The strawberry market was also affected by a combination of extreme heat and rain events in late August and September. Key California growing regions—already past peak production and in their normal seasonal decline—experience additional supply disruptions. We're seeing tight supplies, with demand exceeding availability. Expect limited supplies and higher-than-average pricing until production ramps up in Central Mexico in late November.

Crab Meat Disruption

Crab Meat Disruption

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) recently determined that 240 foreign fisheries in 46 countries are not in compliance with crab laws and regulations that protect marine mammals, causing major production disruptions and limiting supply across the industry. While our inventory remains strong thanks to our trusted partnerships with less affected suppliers, expect market-wide price increases as supply tightens.

Apricots

Apricots

Earlier this year, severe frosts in Turkey—responsible for more than 80% of the world’s dried apricots—damaged most of the crop early in the growing season. This reduced crop size has significantly impacted the available supply of both fresh and dried apricots, driving prices higher.

Specialty Produce Planner

Specialty Produce Planner

Just in time for your menu planning, we’ve put together a Specialty Produce Planning Guide! Based on arrival dates from previous years and ETA’s from our farm partners, these are our best predictions for our arrivals.