US Tomato Prices More Than Double YoY in W48 Due to Effects of Hurricane Ian

In W48, US fresh tomato prices are more than double compared to 2021, mainly due to hurricane Ian, which decimated Florida farms in the last week of September. Commonly, Florida would be supplying tomatoes after which Mexico's production would begin in Mid January, followed by California. However, in 2022 weather events disrupted this natural supply flow. In 2021, the pricing for a 25 lbs box of tomatoes was USD 19 to USD 27 wholesale. The wholesale price from the terminal in Los Angeles, CA in W48 is as follows:
25 lbs cartons Mexico Vine Ripe light red
4x5 size USD 57.00-58.00
5x5 size USD 57.00-58.00