Trendspotting: Seasonal trends impact produce prices
By
Craig Levitt, managing editor
Trendspotting: Seasonal trends impact produce prices
By
Craig Levitt, managing editor
An increase in supply has led to a decrease in strawberries prices. After weeks of record-high prices, strawberry markets are down 18 percent.
“Prices are down due to improved supply and waning holiday demand. Supply out of California and Mexico has improved significantly, but production in Florida still needs to catch up,” said Mark Campbell, founder and CEO of ProduceIQ. Currently strawberry prices are at about $18.25.
Grapes are one of the top fruits shoppers seek out. In fact 65 percent of customers plan to buy grapes when entering the produce department, especially if they are advertised on a promotion.
Jason Rudd of Winter Haven, FL, joined