Please click here to view a Markon Live From the Fields video about erratic weather and other factors that are causing end-of-season challenges for row crop vegetables in California’s Salinas Valley.

• The Salinas Valley season will wind down over the next two months
• Typical end-of-season challenges, such as insect and disease pressure, have been rising
• A pattern of warm, humid conditions followed by rain, has brought on additional challenges such as:
  • Bottom rot/decay in lettuce crops
  • Bruising, soft texture, and pin rot/decay in strawberries
  • Dirt/mud in field-packed items
  • Inconsistent case weights
  • Increased mildew pressure
  • Pin rot in broccoli
  • Premature pinking in commodity and value-added lettuce packs
  • Shortened shelf-life potential
• Another chance for light showers is forecast through Thursday, October 3
• Markon inspectors are working with suppliers to secure the best product for commodity and value-added items

Please contact your Markon Account Manager for further information.

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