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UPDATE: GARLIC
April 09, 2020
Prices for imported garlic are easing, however, domestic prices are holding firm. Overall volume remains lower than normal. Ready-Set-Serve Peeled Garlic from California is available.
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Demand for peeled garlic is very weak due to minimal foodservice business from Covid-19
- Import availability has increased; prices are easing
- The 2019 California storage supplies are extremely tight, but are expected to remain available until June when 2020 new crop stocks begin shipping
- Demand for whole bulb garlic is extremely strong due to retail pull; demand exceeds supply
- Expect lower prices for imported peeled garlic, while domestic prices hold firm through May
Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.
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