Ahead of Thanksgiving, the Hunts Point Produce Market in New York was bustling with activity. As the largest market of its kind in the world, it saw around 30 million pounds of fruits and vegetables moved today to supply the Tri-State area for the holiday. Items like sweet potatoes and cranberries were loaded onto trucks to be delivered to local grocery stores, as reported by Eyewitness News.

This massive logistical operation ensures a steady supply of Thanksgiving ingredients, despite rising costs in the supply chain. Retail distributors at the market start their day before dawn, working to stock supermarkets, greengrocers, and restaurants for the holiday season. However, in a statement to Eyewitness News, it was noted that the price of a Thanksgiving meal has slightly decreased nationwide to $58.08, down from last year's $61.17, providing a small relief.

News 12's Brittany Cadet witnessed the preparations at Hunts Point Market, highlighting the enormous volume of goods passing through. In an interview with News 12, she explained that this pre-Thanksgiving operation is a key event for the market, showcasing the complex network that supports the city's holiday food needs.

Hunts Point Produce Market, with over 200 years of history, continues to operate as a key hub for distributing fresh produce.