News and Stories

Broccoli

• Markon First Crop (MFC) Broccoli Crowns are sporadic
• Quality issues include brown bead, hollow core, and pin rot
• Mexican supplies are limited as rain is impacting the growing region
• Processor demand will increase and push up prices

Cantaloupe and Honeydew

• Cantaloupe supplies from California’s San Joaquin Valley are limited due to weather challenges early in the season
• Honeydew stocks are adequate, but prices are expected to inch up next week
• Overall quality is good; shelf-life is normal with few issues being reported
• MFC Cantaloupes and Honeydews are limited

Lettuce and Leafy Greens

• Above-normal temperatures and humid conditions continue to diminish volume; quality concerns in iceberg and romaine are reducing available yields 
• Processors have begun purchasing additional fields to fill orders
• Local regional programs along the East Coast will wrap up in the coming weeks, moving demand to the West Coast

Limes

• Recent rain in the primary growing region of Veracruz, Mexico has slightly alleviated drought conditions and increased overall stocks
• Large sizes are expected to increase as Mexico gets more rain in the coming weeks
• Expect prices to continue easing through September, pending any significant storms in Veracruz, Mexico

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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