Alerts & What’s Trending   Produce The lettuce market continued easing from its February highs, but tomatoes grabbed attention last week as large Roma prices surged more than 76% week over week to $37 per carton. The spike is tied to blight impacting crops in Mexico and freeze damage in the Eastern U.S., creating an unusually tight supply. Outlook: Tomato markets may remain volatile for several weeks as supply tightness works through the system. Operators may want to watch menu planning closely, as Roma prices could stay elevated until new supply stabilizes the market.   Grains Grain markets posted another strong week, led by soybean oil along with wheat, corn, and other row crops. Strength has been tied in part to rising crude oil prices and geopolitical tensions affecting fertilizer and biofuel markets. Outlook: If energy prices and global tensions continue to influence commodity markets, grains could see additional upward

Alerts & What’s Trending   Produce Tomatoes and lettuce led produce volatility, with 25 lb. romas holding above $15/carton amid struggling Eastern supply. Iceberg lettuce gains are slowing, suggesting potential relief ahead. Broccoli climbed for a fourth consecutive week and could approach $50/carton if Mexico’s supply and quality issues persist. Outlook: Tomatoes may stay elevated longer than anticipated, while lettuce could begin easing in the coming weeks. Broccoli remains a watch item, though demand resistance may cap further upside if prices push too high.   Grains Soybeans and wheat extended their rally, while corn slipped slightly after failing to break above $4.40. Speculative fund activity appears to be contributing to recent strength, particularly in soybean oil, despite large stock levels and uncertainty around 2026 biofuel blending targets. Outlook: Grain markets may remain volatile as policy decisions and fund activity drive price swings. Operators should expect continued choppiness rather than clear

Alerts & What’s Trending   Produce Lettuce prices continued climbing, with iceberg nearing historically rare levels above $50/carton. Tomato markets softened slightly for the first time since mid-December, though freeze damage in the Eastern U.S. continues to support elevated pricing. Supply constraints remain the primary driver across both categories. Outlook: Tomato markets may stay elevated for another two to three weeks before easing toward late March. Iceberg pricing is unlikely to sustain extreme levels for long, as demand typically adjusts when prices spike.   Grains Soybeans continued to rally, lifting much of the grain complex, supported by reports of a potential U.S.–China trade truce extension. However, weaker export sales and strong Brazilian supply are creating skepticism. May soybean futures remain above $11. Outlook: While short-term support remains in place, global supply pressure could limit further upside. Farmer selling may trigger another pullback, though a significant drop below $11 appears unlikely