FIELD NOTES / MARKET OUTLOOK

Tomatoes.
A tighter market.

A quick look at round and Roma tomatoes, and what changing supply could mean for your next order.

PRICE PRESSURETrending upward
SUPPLYTight
PRICE DIRECTIONUpward pressure
NEAR-TERM OUTLOOKWatch incoming supply
01SUPPLY WATCH

Round tomatoes

California’s Central District season is ending, with shipments expected to fall sharply. USDA’s weekly report recorded higher prices there.

Los Angeles, October 28: roughly steady prices and limited offerings.
02SUPPLY WATCH

Roma tomatoes

Los Angeles reported a modest increase on October 28. Weekly prices rose at Otay Mesa; Texas crossings varied by size.

Mexican arrivals were expected to increase. Conditions may change.

WHY THE SHIFT?

Between growing seasons.

  1. 01

    California is finishing

    Late-season harvests are declining, reducing the amount available to ship.

  2. 02

    More arrivals may help

    USDA expected Mexican movement to increase in several reporting areas. This does not set a date for normal supply or lower prices.

  3. 03

    Size and source matter

    A steady daily market in one location can coexist with weekly increases elsewhere.

PLAN YOUR NEXT ORDER

Stay flexible.
Keep your kitchen moving.

Share your needs early. Let us know the variety, size, quantity, and date you need.

Be open to options. A different size or pack may work for your recipes.

Confirm before ordering. Availability and pricing can change quickly.

Ask about availability

This is a dated summary of regional market conditions, not a price quote or a guarantee of availability. Conditions can change. Contact our team for current information. USDA does not endorse Zambrano’s Produce.

USDA sources & report dates

Based on USDA Agricultural Marketing Service reports dated October 27–28, 2026. Links below are rolling reports and may now show a newer edition.