News and Stories

Avocados

• Growers in Mexico have transitioned to the summer crop
• Peruvian import stocks will remain available through September
• Supplies are limited, especially No. 2 grade fruit; overall availability will be limited into September
• Avocado prices continue to rise; expect elevated markets through September

Broccoli

• Markon First Crop (MFC) Broccoli Crowns are available in Mexico (into South Texas) and Salinas, California
• Some Salinas Valley growers have experienced gaps in their planting schedules, creating a subtle disruption in the supply chain
• Volume will increase over the next few weeks, stabilizing markets
• Expect stronger prices this week

Iceberg Lettuce

• MFC Premium Iceberg Lettuce is available; Markon Best Available is being substituted as necessary   
• Quality is good: harvesting crews are trimming leaves to remove mildew damage
• Expect moderate supplies and strong demand through next week

Limes

• MFC and Markon Essentials Limes are available
• The current lemon shortage has shifted demand to limes, creating a demand-exceeds-supply market
• Expect higher pricing over the next several weeks
• Quality will be a concern; Markon recommends ordering for quick turns

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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