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Salinas and Santa Maria broccoli supplies are declining due to erratic weather.

• Two significant heatwaves, followed by cooler-than normal-temperatures, and reduced sunlight (due to smoke from the California fires) are taking their toll on broccoli quality and maturity
• Quality issues such as brown bead, hollow core, and pin rot have become prevalent in all California broccoli growing areas
• Harvesting crews are packing for the best quality, which reduces overall yields
• The market will continue to increase through September

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.
 
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