General

UPDATE: GREEN LEAF, ICEBERG, AND ROMAINE

June 23, 2026

Lettuce prices are trending much lower as supplies increase across California. Green leaf is the first lettuce market that’s gone back to normal levels; romaine and iceberg will follow suit over the next 10-14 days. Markon First Crop (MFC) Green Leaf, Iceberg, and Romaine Lettuces are available in Salinas, California; Markon Best Available (MBA) is being substituted as needed.

Salinas and Santa Maria, California

Iceberg

Markets are beginning to see relief after several weeks of elevated pricing and limited availability
Yields are increasing, resulting in better availability and lower pricing
Quality ranges from average to good
- Crews continue to monitor the impact of Impatiens Necrotic Spot Virus (INSV) and Sclerotinia on current supplies
- Light weights/densities have been reported from some areas
- Sporadic mildew and internal burn are being observed due to recent warm weather
Expect prices to remain on a downward trend as production strengthens across California and Northeastern growing regions over the next several weeks

Romaine and Green Leaf

Romaine and green leaf markets continue to ease as supplies increase week over week
Romaine heart pricing is declining from historically elevated levels
Quality is good
- Light weights have been reported in certain areas
- Mildew, fringe burn, and internal burn have been reported
Lower pricing is expected through the balance of June and into early July

Mexico (into South Texas)

Imports are available at lighter levels
Quality is fair
- Monsoon-season rainfall has affected quality
- Bottom rot and mildew issues have been reported
Pricing is steady at lower levels compared to California
Imports will continue through the summer before rebounding with better quality in early fall

Midwest/Northeast/Canada

Production is underway in Quebec, Canada; volume will build in the coming weeks.
Regional growing districts across the Midwest and Northeast are getting underway, with meaningful supplies expected by mid-July
Early-season quality has been favorable, providing additional sourcing options
Regional programs are expected to expand steadily through the coming weeks, with peak production anticipated by mid-July

Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.