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UPDATE: Idaho Potatoes
September 25, 2018
Markon First Crop (MFC) Norkotah Potatoes are readily available in Idaho. Growers have started harvesting new crop Burbanks. A limited supply of fresh-run packer label Burbanks will be available September 27 through October 13.
New Crop Norkotahs
- Norkotah quality is excellent: minor skinning, excess moisture, and cooler mold may be observed in fresh-run potatoes
- The majority of the Norkotah harvest is being placed in storage cellars for the upcoming season
- Norkotahs that have gone through the sweat process will be available in early to mid-October
- Discounts are available on load volumes of 40- to 70-count sizes.
New Crop Burbanks
- New crop Burbank harvesting has begun
- The profile is currently dominated by 80-count and smaller sizes with reports of hollow heart and irregular shape
- Fresh-run packer label supplies will be available, although initially very limited, while production takes place (September 27 through October 13)
- MFC Burbank Potatoes will be cellared for the sweat process, then enter the market in early November
Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.
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