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UPDATE: Supply Outlook
April 19, 2017
Broccoli, green leaf, and romaine supplies are increasing; prices are beginning to ease.
Broccoli:
- Broccoli stocks are increasing
- Pricing is starting to ease in all regions
- Contract triggers will fluctuate as markets adjust
Green Leaf and Romaine
- Romaine supplies are becoming more plentiful
- Green leaf supplies are not recovering as quickly as romaine, but are on the rise
- Contract triggers will fluctuate as markets adjust
Cauliflower, Celery, and Iceberg supplies remain limited.
Cauliflower
- Cauliflower volume remains low this week, but will increase next week
- Pricing will ease
- Contract triggers will fluctuate as markets adjust
Celery
- Inventory will remain limited through the end of the month
- The market will rise in the coming weeks
Iceberg
- Stocks remain very limited; processors are purchasing additional acreage to cover demand
- Suppliers will monitor sales to cover regular customers, holding to weekly averages
- Contract triggers have been implemented and will continue to increase as markets rise
Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.
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