NEWS FROM THE FARM

BALDOR'S MARKET UPDATE

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

August 2025

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 

Tomato Talk

Tomato Talk

Canadian greenhouse growers are facing reduced tomato yields this season due to hot, humid conditions, creating supply constraints for heirloom varieties. Meanwhile, the termination of the U.S.-Mexico Tomato Suspension Agreement on July 14, 2025 has triggered a 17% tariff on Mexican fresh tomato imports—this is expected to drive higher tomato costs, particularly for premium snacking tomatoes during winter months, when domestic production drops.

Short on Spears

Short on Spears

With domestic asparagus production finished and weather challenges disrupting supplies from Peru and Mexico, asparagus volumes have tightened significantly. Expect elevated prices through late August. White asparagus remains extremely limited, while purple varieties aren’t expected until mid-September.

GPOD Gap

GPOD Gap

The Idaho potato storage season has concluded, with the remaining inventory winding down. Expect a good supply of GPOD potatoes throughout August, though sizing options may be limited during this transition period. Expect the new GPOD potato harvest will kick off in September, ensuring a renewed supply.

Bittersweet Supply

Bittersweet Supply

Chocolate prices continue to remain high, with no relief on the horizon. What began with a historically poor harvest in 2024 has evolved into a perfect storm, as the cocoa bean intensifies under mounting pressures from climate change, trade tariffs, and ongoing supply chain disruptions.

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.