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UPDATE: ICEBERG
November 19, 2020
Iceberg prices are starting to ease; supplies are increasing in the Arizona/California desert regions.
- Production in the Huron and Salinas, California growing regions has ended; Santa Maria, California harvests are winding down and will end by late November
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The Arizona/California desert season is ramping up quickly
- Recent temperatures in the mid-80s helped promote growth; overall industry field weights are light but will continue to increase daily
- Quality is excellent: sporadic growth cracks, large ribs, and seeder are present in some lots
- Markets will decrease into next week as volume continues to rise and Thanksgiving demand tapers off
- Please note, COVID restrictions may greatly affect demand as foodservice establishments are forced to reduce operations
Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.
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