Spring Harvest Launches Early as Local Farmers Markets See Strong Demand

Key points

• Spring crop harvests are arriving on schedule or early due to favorable weather conditions across key growing regions.
• Direct-to-consumer farm sales help small producers capture higher profit margins while bypassing long-distance transportation costs.
• Pricing at local markets remains competitive as growers seek to build early-season customer loyalty amidst broader food inflation.
• Restaurateurs are increasingly sourcing early spring specialty crops to drive seasonal menu promotions.

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Sources and methodology

Reported from the public datasets below.

• Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) - Consumer Price Index, food away from home
• Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED) - Food services and drinking places series
• U.S. Census Bureau - Monthly Retail Trade, food services

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