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UPDATE: Iceberg Lettuce

July 07, 2016

Expect higher prices by next week. Strong demand and tight supplies will keep markets active.

  • Cool weather in the Salinas Valley over the past two weeks has slowed growth and reduced harvesting estimates for next week
  • Low weights are strengthening processor demand
  • Quality problems such as growth cracking, insect pressure, small size, and wind damage are reducing yields
  • Expect limited stocks and rising markets into next week  

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

 

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