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UPDATE: BRUSSELS SPROUTS

August 6, 2021

The Brussels sprouts market remains elevated. Industry supplies are down due to inconsistent weather patterns affecting yields.

• Due to inconsistent weather, growth has slowed considerably in the Salinas Valley
• Currently, Salinas production is hand harvest only due to varying sprout sizing; machine-harvested varieties that grow uniformly were anticipated to begin next week but have been pushed back 10-14 days at minimum
• Domestic quality is good: sporadic burn and discoloration are present in some lots due to humid and warm weather; insect pressure is also reducing harvestable yields
• Expect elevated prices to continue for the next two to three weeks until Salinas Valley production is able to sufficiently meet current demand

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