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UPDATE: ICEBERG
October 09, 2020
Iceberg prices are adjusting to new demand levels; the market will continue to rise next week. Supplies are limited.
- Iceberg demand is increasing as green leaf and romaine stocks are extremely limited
- Additionally, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s romaine import regulations is shifting more orders to the iceberg market
- Volume continues to be impacted by the soilborne diseases Sclerotinia and Impatiens Necrotic Spot Virus, that are reducing harvestable heads at the field level
- Industry field weights and yields are inconsistent due to periods of erratic Salinas Valley weather sustained over the last two months
- Overall quality is good: puffy heads, seeder, and mildew pressure are present in some lots
- Expect limited supplies and active markets through late October
Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.
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