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Due to an abnormally long period of high temperatures this summer (100+ degrees), carrot supplies, especially jumbo sizes, will be extremely limited in Kern County (Bakersfield, California) growing district for the next six to eight weeks. The extreme heat has stunted growth and reduced size.

• Markon First Crop Jumbo Carrots are extremely limited; packer label will be substituted to fill orders
• Production will transition to Bakersfield at the end of November
• Expect higher prices for carrots until size and supplies increase in mid-December
• Packer label jumbo carrots are available in South Texas (from Mexico) and Canada
  • Supplies are sufficient
  • Prices are lower

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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