NEWS FROM THE FARM

BALDOR'S MARKET UPDATE

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

News on what's affecting markets in April

Basil

Basil

Basil supply is extremely tight across all regions and pack sizes. Heavy rains and flooding in Hawaii have disrupted supply, and Colombia is also experiencing weather that has sharply reduced availability. Supplies from Israel and Palestine are still constrained, with disruptions to flights ongoing. Expect challenging conditions to persist at least until mid-April.

Canola Oil

Canola Oil

Canola prices are correlated with crude oil markets—the crop is dual-purpose, supplying both food processors and biofuel producers, so when energy markets spike, food-grade supply tightens and prices follow. Expect continued volatility through the spring.

 

Eggs

Eggs

Flock depopulations remain ongoing in several major producing states, but commodity supply remains strong due to measures put in place after last year's outbreak. Availability of certain sizes and grades in Cage-Free, Free-Range, and Pasture-Raised eggs may fluctuate week to week.

Tomatoes

Tomatoes

The impact of the early 2026 freeze across Florida, a major winter tomato supplier, continues to be felt across the tomato category. Expect elevated prices and constrained supply—especially with Roma and round tomatoes—through April and potentially into May.

Topo Chico

Topo Chico

Topo Chico's classic glass bottles are facing a U.S. shortage through summer 2026. Coca-Cola, which acquired the brand in 2017, has paused production at its Monterrey facility for quality-related upgrades and well maintenance. Supply is expected to return later in the year.

Spring & Summer Produce Guide

Spring & Summer Produce Guide

Just in time for your menu planning, we’ve put together our Spring & Summer Produce Guide! From the first ramps and green garlic, to the peas worth eating raw and the pencil asparagus that barely requires flash cooking, the season’s best produce awaits.