Prices will continue rising this week. Extra-large and jumbo asparagus remains extremely scarce; cold weather is severely limiting production. Markon First Crop (MFC) Asparagus is sporadic; packer label is being shipped as necessary.

Mexico

• Limited quantities are being harvested in Northern Baja, Sonora, and Mexicali
• Smaller-diameter (standard and large size) stalks dominate yields
• Continued cool weather is hindering plant maturation
  • Younger plantings are being stunted by rain
  • This week’s low temperatures will further deplete yields if stalks freeze
• Allowing for size substitutions is recommended to ensure orders are filled over the next two to three weeks
• Expect supplies to increase and prices to ease slightly by late January

Peru

• Minimal volume is being imported into Miami, Florida
• FOB costs remain comparable from both regions; some freight savings are available for Eastern DCs
• Expect high prices and extremely tight supplies into early February

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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