Insights / Supply Chain Resource Center

Fresh fish and seafood platter

Commodities Report

Alerts & What’s Trending   Produce Roma tomatoes (> $40/carton) and iceberg lettuce stabilize after volatility; tomatoes face ongoing supply issues from Mexico/East Coast, iceberg nears mid-January levels. Limes up 19% w/w, doubled since January—typical early March surge. Outlook: Tomatoes may see more turbulence with limited upside; iceberg trends sideways. Limes peak soon before summer decline—stock up for drink specials.   Grains Uptrends intact despite oil-linked volatility; wheat supported above $5.60 Chicago, corn holds gains pre-Plantings Report, soybeans outperform on acre shift expectations. Geopolitics (Iran) aids fundamentals. Outlook: Wheat/corn stay resilient barring de-escalation; soybeans gain acres, capping later upside. Watch Plantings Report for flour/corn oil menu impacts.   Dairy Quiet CME trading saw butter and cheese dip slightly, whey/NFDM rise; butter demand strong on exports (82% fat). Bulk butter trades near/at market, limiting downside. Outlook: Export-driven butter holds firm with minimal near-term drops. Cheese softness from low volume may ease,

Charcuterie board with meats and cheese

Commodities Report

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