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UPDATE SUMMARY: WEEK OF JUNE 11, 2018

June 14, 2018

Brussels Sprouts

  • Ready-Set-Serve (RSS) Brussels Sprouts and RSS Brussels Sprout Halves are limited
  • Heat has decreased yields in the growing regions of Mexico, but California’s supply will be sufficient to cover orders  
  • Expect limited stocks and elevated prices during the summer months  

Iceberg Lettuce

  • Markon First Crop (MFC) Premium Iceberg Lettuce is available
  • Quality is good; harvesting crews are removing wind-damaged outer leaves
  • Warm weather will promote crop growth for the next two weeks
  • The market is expected to level out by next week as supplies increase

Idaho Potatoes

  • MFC Idaho Burbank Potatoes are available
  • Quality is good; pressure bruising and hollow heart are sporadic issues
  • Size profile is dominated by the small and large end of the spectrum
  • New crop Norkotahs will be available in early to mid-August

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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