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UPDATE SUMMARY: WEEK OF FEBRUARY 10, 2020
February 13, 2020
Avocados
- Prices will climb
- Availability is dominated by 60-count and smaller fruit
- Fewer imports are forecast from Mexico due to recent rains
- California stocks are limited as the season is just getting started
Iceberg and Leaf Varieties
- Residual dirt/mud may be seen in field packed items
- Minor frost damage and sporadic mildew damage is present in some lots
Strawberries
- Strawberry supplies remain extremely limited
- Demand is strong in all regions
- Long-stem stocks are very tight in all growing regions
- Mexican shipments (into South Texas and Yuma, Arizona) have been significantly reduced
Tender Leaf Varieties
- Items such as arugula, spinach, and other spring mix varieties are exhibiting varying amounts of mildew, discoloration, mechanical damage, and reduced shelf-life
- Despite a thorough wash process, light amounts of residual dirt/mud may be present in products that were harvested right after the rain this week
Tomatoes
- Supplies are extremely tight in Nogales, Arizona and McAllen, Texas
- Cold weather and rain have slowed growth, caused damage, and delayed harvesting; quality is subpar
- The Florida tomato market will follow Mexico’s upward trend as demand increases; domestic supplies are limited
- Expect active tomato markets and short supplies for the rest of February
Value-Added Shreds, Salads, and Blends
- Premature pinking can occur due to excess water retained after the rain
- Minor frost damage will be present
Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.
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