Although still higher than normal, broccoli and cauliflower prices are starting to inch down.

Broccoli 

• The Salinas and Santa Maria markets are starting to ease gradually
  • Higher temperatures are increasing growth and overall supply levels
  • MFC Broccoli will be available on May 11
  • Quality ranges from fair to good
  • Diamondback moth pressure has diminished due to cooler weather
• MFC Broccoli is available from Mexico (into South Texas), but stocks are tightening slightly; growers will start shipping out of Salinas in mid-May
• Ideal weather should help supplies mature, increasing overall supplies
  • Quality ranges from fair to good
  • Diamondback moth pressure has diminished due to cooler temperatures

• East Coast production is underway in North and South Carolina
  • Indiana harvests will begin at the end of May, followed by the Maine season in July
  • Despite the increased supplies, prices will remain elevated due to high freight costs

Cauliflower

• California supplies have greatly increased in Salinas and Santa Maria
• East Coast growers are harvesting in Georgia and the Carolinas
• Expect easing prices through next week

Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.

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