Prices are steady and expected to remain so into August. As new-crop red and yellow potatoes enter the market from major growing areas over the next several weeks, prices will decline. Ample supplies and high quality are anticipated.

Idaho

• The storage season is winding down
  • Demand is increasing
  • New crop production will begin the first week of August
• Several growers are transferring fresh-run product from California and Arizona to pair with their Russet potato volume
• Red potato quality is fair; scarring and lighter color are occasional problems
• Yellow potato quality is good
• All sizes are available; B and No. 2s are most plentiful

Texas

• Texas will continue to ship red and yellow potatoes over the next three to four weeks
• Quality is very good; color is solid with minimal blemishes
• All sizes and grades are available

California & Arizona

• California and Arizona will continue shipping red and yellow supplies through August
• Quality is good; fresh-run potatoes have thinner skins compared to storage potatoes and are more prone to mechanical damage
• All sizes are available; large sizes dominate availability

Florida

• The Northern Florida season is expected to end next week
• Quality remains good; defects are minimal
• All sizes are adequate; large sizes dominate availability

Upcoming Regions

• Minnesota will start shipping next week
• The Wisconsin season is expected to start on August 4
• Colorado will begin shipping in late August

Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.

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