Major Driscoll’s strawberry supplier is closing 6 farms by early 2027: What’s behind it

Driscoll’s major strawberry supplier announced it will close six farms by early 2027, citing mounting economic headwinds in the berry industry. The company has not disclosed how it will manage potential supply disruptions or whether the closures will affect produce costs. The move reflects broader financial pressures facing growers as input prices rise and consumer demand fluctuates.