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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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