Current weather forecasts are calling for a heat wave that will affect California’s Salinas Valley beginning Tuesday, June 4. Areas near the coast will reach the high 70s to low 80s and inland areas will see mid-80s to as high as triple digits by Wednesday, June 5.

Temperatures will start to cool down on Thursday June 6, but will remain slightly above average through the weekend.

Markon inspectors are keeping a close eye on lettuce and other row crops that will be harvested from the warmer regions this week. Quality challenges that could develop include:

• Bolting/seeder
• Dehydration/heat stress
• Increased insect pressure
• Internal burn
• Shortened shelf-life
• Sun scalding

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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