California Prunes Signal Tight Supply

The California Prune Board (CPB) announces its official estimate for the 2025 crop at approximately 65,000 short tons — a smaller volume compared to recent seasons, with implications for supply and trade planning in the months ahead. While growers report a lighter fruit set this year, fruit quality remains strong and consistent.

California remains the global leader in premium prune production, shipping prunes to over 60 international markets. Harvest is expected to begin in August and conclude by mid-September.