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UPDATE: GREEN LEAF AND ROMAINE

October 09, 2020

Green leaf and romaine prices continue to rise. Supplies are extremely limited.  

  • Demand remains extremely strong
  • Industry volume continues to be heavily impacted by the soilborne diseases Sclerotinia and Impatiens Necrotic Spot Virus that are reducing harvestable heads at the field level
  • Erratic weather over the past two months has resulted in inconsistent field weights and yields; mildew pressure and seeder are present in some lots
  • Supplies will remain tight as growers manage harvest volumes to better ensure supply availability through the duration of the Salinas Valley season
  • Expect elevated markets through October
  • Ready-Set-Serve Green Leaf and Romaine pricing is expected to increase to third tier triggers, effective Monday, October 12

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.
 
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