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"Empowering leading brands to THRIVE" For over 30 years, the NPC team has developed fresh produce supply solutions for a diverse list of clients.

The specialists at NPC have extensive experience in every phase of the produce supply chain: experience augmented by an extensive investment in Information Technology. NPC prides itself on being small enough to provide personal attention to clients, but big enough to bring leverage to benefit clients of all sizes.

04/02/2026

🚨 Extreme Market Alert: Tomatoes 🚨

Next week is projected to be the most challenging yet for tomatoes as the current situation has shaped up to be one of the worst tomato markets in decades. 🍅

❗ Typically, production from Mexico and Florida can offset one another in times of crisis, but both regions are currently in an AOG situation. In Florida, freezes not only damaged crops already in the ground but also severely impacted blooms, limiting future yields. Additionally, due to multiple compounding factors including rising freight costs, Mexican blight and heavy rains + disease pressures, there continues to be a cascading effect from early harvests through current production there as well. To top things off, supply-and-demand imbalances have driven ongoing price and availability spikes across multiple varieties including but not limited to rounds, romas, grapes and cherries.

Slight improvement is anticipated after next week as recovery efforts take hold; however, market fluctuations are expected to persist throughout April as growing regions transition and weather conditions gradually stabilize. ⬆️

Get the updates you need on fresh produce purchasing ⤵️
https://lnkd.in/eqBefT-6

03/31/2026

❗ Market Alert: Green Bell Peppers & Chili Peppers ❗

Supply remains tight across both green bell peppers and chili peppers due to weather impacts and seasonal transitions.

Green bell peppers are seeing light availability out of Central and West Mexico, with smaller sizes, early crop finishes, and ongoing quality challenges. Conditions are expected to remain tight into early April, with improvement anticipated by mid-April as Canadian production ramps up. 🫑

Chili peppers are also limited. Florida volumes are recovering slowly following freeze damage, especially for poblanos and jalapeños, while Mexico production remains impacted by weather, disease, and pests. Tomatillos are particularly short with quality concerns. 🌶️

Get the updates you need on fresh produce purchasing ⤵️
https://lnkd.in/eqBefT-6

03/27/2026

❗ Market Alert: Green Grapes ❗

Supply continues to improve as import volume builds, bringing more stable availability across most varieties. 📦

Red grapes remain well balanced, supported by consistent supply, solid quality, and steady pricing that is keeping movement reliable.

🚨 Green grapes are tightening as demand exceeds supply, pressuring prices and limiting availability of top-grade fruit.

Quality across all varieties remains good overall, with consistent eating characteristics. 🍇

Get the updates you need on fresh produce purchasing ⤵️

https://lnkd.in/eqBefT-6

03/26/2026

🎉Congratulations to Hunter Marshall, Category Development Manager at NPC Powered by Foodbuy, on being selected for the SEPC STEP-UPP Foodservice Class of 2026.

The Southeast Produce Council’s STEP-UPP program is designed to help emerging leaders grow within the produce industry through education, networking, and leadership development opportunities.🎯

Through this program, participants gain exposure to industry insights, connect with peers across the supply chain, and develop the skills needed to drive the next generation of produce innovation.

We’re proud to see Hunter recognized as part of this cohort and look forward to the impact he will continue to make across the produce category.🍊🍉🫑

03/20/2026

❗ Market Alert: Corn ❗

🌽 Supply remains extremely limited and is expected to stay tight for at least four more weeks, with markets holding in the low $60s.

Mexico is facing significant quality issues leading to load rejections, while Florida has very limited availability.

🌨️Recent freezes may have destroyed up to 9,000 acres of Florida production, with further losses possible as assessments continue. Limited frost-protection capability contributed to widespread damage. Mexico is also seeing reduced output due to soil strain, rain, and lower yields.

🚨 Prorates under Act of God clauses are likely, and backstock depletion next week may create fill gaps. Overall availability remains critically short.

Get the updates you need on fresh produce purchasing ⤵️
https://lnkd.in/eqBefT-6

03/11/2026

Members of the NPC Powered by Foodbuy team recently attended Southern Exposure, the Southeast Produce Council’s flagship conference and trade show, held February 26–March 1 in Orlando, Florida. 🍎🥦🫜

The event brings together growers, suppliers, retailers, and foodservice leaders to share ideas, explore innovation, and strengthen relationships across the produce industry.

With hundreds of exhibitors and thousands of attendees from across the industry, the conference offers a valuable platform for education, networking, and collaboration that helps move the produce community forward.

🤝It was great to connect with partners, discuss category growth, and explore opportunities that continue to drive value for our Members and suppliers. Thank you to SEPC for hosting!

03/06/2026

Dez Forsythe, our VP of Supply Chain, attended the excellent Partner X-Change event last month, hosted by International Fresh Produce Association!🍅

The event encouraged direct conversation amongst school/university dining leaders -- including our partners at Chartwells K-12 — and produce growers/suppliers.

🌱Discussions like these create new ideas, better alignment, and more opportunities to get fruits and veggies in front of students. Our team was excited to participate!

03/03/2026

⚠️ Market Alert: Tomatoes⚠️

🍅 Supplies are tightening across all regions due to significant weather impacts in both Florida and Mexico.

❄️ Frost in Florida has reduced yields, size, and quality, limiting relief from upcoming transitions to Estero, which also sustained damage.

Mexico is producing below expectations with continued quality issues. Rounds are slightly better supplied than Romas but remain light with elevated grade-outs.

Grape tomatoes are the most stable option for now, though cold-related bloom drop is expected to limit future volume. 💮

Get the updates you need on fresh produce purchasing ⤵️

https://www.nproduce.com/services/market-reports/

02/19/2026

Looking to expand your local and regional procurement? Fresh produce is a great place to start.

NPC Powered by Foodbuy works with growers and shippers based in every region of the continental United States. We maintain close relationships with these partners, allowing us to provide exceptional programs for our Members.

Learn more about us at nproduce.com

02/12/2026

The NPC Powered by Foodbuy and Foodbuy Foodservice teams were ecstatic to attend the annual Landry's Leadership Conference in Las Vegas, NV this month!

The teams networked at a vendor cocktail hour, dined out at local eateries, and attended the annual awards ceremony, as Foodbuy Foodservice took home the award for Vendor of the Year, Regional Operations.

Thank you to Don Governale and Sasha Krnic for representing NPC alongside our Foodbuy Foodservice partner, Jerry Cerand.

02/10/2026

Florida’s recent freeze on last week caused substantial damage to green beans and other crops, including tomato varieties and dry-veg, leaving many fields inaccessible and overall supply uncertain as growers assess losses.

❄️The Florida freeze has added strain to already impacted Mexican market following recent rainfall and winds, further tightening supply.

Market conditions have escalated, with rising prices and limited availability. Mexico is currently the primary source until Florida’s crop outlook becomes clearer, and higher freight costs from western shipping points are adding even more pressure.

🔮Given these initial disruptions and the potential for ongoing weather impacts, longer‑term market pressure and additional supply challenges are possible in the coming months.

We will keep a daily pulse on short and longterm effects to keep you prepared and in the know. 🤝

02/05/2026

The key to sourcing local and regional fresh produce? Grower and shipper relationships.🤝

🍎NPC Powered by Foodbuy serves as a connector for hospitality, foodservice, education, and healthcare operations with trusted produce growers and shippers across regions. Our managed produce services allow our Members to leverage the benefits of high-quality, fresh produce, without having to maintain a complicated portfolio of relationships.

How do we make all this happen? It's simple: we're produce people, working with produce people.

💻Learn more at nproduce.com

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