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The Idaho potato market is rising. Low temperatures during the October 2019 harvests have affected the integrity of storage crop Burbanks. Expect packing delays until new crop, fresh-run Norkotahs become available in early August. Placing orders in advance is recommended to ensure coverage. 

• Demand for raw product is increasing, creating competition for remaining 2019-2020 fresh-market crop availability
  • Processer demand has risen as North America opens from COVID Shelter In Place
  • USDA Food Box programs are utilizing stocks of small potatoes (90-, 100-count, and non-A)
  • Prices are elevated
• Supplementing MFC Washington Norkotahs may be necessary to bridge the gap until new crop, Idaho Norkotahs enter the market
• New crop harvesting is to begin on August 10

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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