News and Stories

Cilantro

• Demand has weakened
• Prices are decreasing
• Supplies are sufficient

Lettuce and Leafy Greens

• Warmer weather conditions continue to mature iceberg, leafy greens ahead of schedule by 10 to 14 days
• Growers warn of a possible supply gap
• Barring adverse weather conditions in the California growing regions, a normal harvesting transition north to the Salinas Valley is forecast in early March
• Prices will rise if there is a supply gap in February and/or March

Low Temperatures in Mexico, Texas, and the Southeast

Southeast

• A limited supply of Markon First Crop (MFC) Green Bell Peppers, Cucumbers, Squashes, and Strawberries are available in Florida
• Another cold front has hit Florida, limiting production
• Low yields will keep prices elevated into next week

Southern Texas

• Areas of South Texas are experiencing freezing temperatures; poor road conditions will delay shipments  
• Commodities such as cabbage and citrus that are grown in the region will be affected
• Expect higher prices and scarce supplies

Northern Mexico

• Mexican-grown MFC Bell Peppers, Cucumbers, and Squashes are being affected by cold weather, but remain available (into Nogales, Arizona)
• Production will slow and yields will decrease
• Prices may inch up next week

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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