While the week started with a not-so-tariff-ic twist thanks to the latest trade drama south of the border, there’s good news—U.S. tariffs have been paused for 30 days (and hopefully for good).

Now that that’s off our plate, let’s focus on something much sweeter—Valentine’s Day! ❤️

This week’s Market Report brings a mix of price shifts. Plus, we’ve got all the romantic essentials to help you craft the perfect Valentine’s menu.

Here’s a sneak peek at what’s in store this week:

💘 Local Singles: Curate the perfect Valentine’s menu with our split-pack romantic essentials! Think strawberries, truffle products, artisanal cheeses, edible flowers & more, all available in splits.

🍐 Bartlett Pears: Supply remains tight, but relief is coming! We’re transitioning to Chilean Bartletts next week, which will bring prices down.

🥚 Egg Shortage Update: Conestoga eggs are still in short supply due to ongoing supply challenges. Regular white eggs are being substituted.

💚 Limes: Prices are dipping slightly with better supply this week, but don’t get too comfortable—cold temps could tighten supply and drive costs back up.

🌶️ Prime Peppers: Improved supply from Mexico is pushing prices down on habaneros, shishitos, and sweet mini peppers.

🍇 Grape Update: Strong availability of red and green seedless grapes is keeping market prices on the decline.

Market Recap: What's Up, What's Down

^{Want to learn more about the industry's top fresh produce commodities? Check out this Market Report from Produce Alliance}

💘Valentine’s Splits💘 

Not every kitchen needs a full commitment—that’s why we’ve got local singles ready for smaller pack sizes! Perfect for chefs who want fresh, high-quality ingredients without the big bulk.

From artisan cheeses to berries and edible flowers, these solo stars are ready to shine on your Valentine’s menu. Because sometimes, it’s the little things that make the biggest impact.

Check out our list for this week’s best singles! 💕

🚩Red Flags🚩: Last Week's Supply & Quality Recap

• Sliced Bananas Delay (code 4728)- Due to container delays last week, we experienced some supply gaps for sliced frozen bananas. However, we expect a steady supply moving forward.

• Apple Cider (code 1829) - Higher-than-expected demand for apple cider last week led to a shortage. The forecast has been updated, and we anticipate steady supply moving forward.

• Shiitake (code 2786) & King Oysters (2776) = Slow Growth - High demand, coupled with slower growth due to last week’s cold weather, led to a shortage of shiitake and king oyster mushrooms. We’re closely monitoring the situation as it develops.

• Chanterelles (code 2764) - We’re nearing the end of the season for Chanterelles and availability will be minimal. We will have Yellow Foot and Hedgehog going forward for wild mushrooms

• Baby Zucchini (code 3543) - There was a delay in our shipment of baby zucchini last week, resulting in shorts.

• Queso Cotija (code 6026) - A spike in last-minute demand led to a shortage of queso cotija. We are working to meet demand and expect more consistent availability moving forward.

• Tuscan Kale (code 2590) - Our Tuscan (black) kale was used to support substitutions for our green kale last week, leading to less availability. Supply should be consistent moving forward.

💋Pantry Pick of The Week💋 

Barbet 0% ABV

Barbet’s line of nonalcoholic drinks delivers full-bodied, bold blends that elevate the drinking experience and inspire a more intentional, flavour-forward culture. Whether served as a refreshing 0% ABV option for diners or used as a vibrant mixer to enhance cocktails with aromatics and colour, Barbet is crafted to stand out.

We have the following flavours available from Barbet: