Morning Star Tomato Bites: Pre-Season Outlook

2026 PRE-SEASON OUTLOOK: SETTING THE STAGE FOR CALIFORNIA PROCESSING TOMATOES

The foundation for the 2026 season is taking shape across California, from greenhouse to field.

As the 2026 California processing tomato season begins to take shape, this pre-season update offers a look at the early groundwork already underway – from greenhouse propagation and transplanting to field preparation and equipment readiness. With a broader view of the supply landscape, acreage expectations, and early-season conditions, this video steps back from day-to-day operations to provide helpful context on what’s ahead for California processing tomatoes.

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