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UPDATE: ASPARAGUS

September 26, 2024

Prices are elevated amid tight supplies and strong demand. Markon First Crop (MFC) Asparagus is available.

Mexico

  • Production has ended in Central Mexico; Baja harvests will continue through October
  • Quality and shelf-life potential are below average; stalks are exhibiting elevated levels of seeder/feathering tips
  • Size distribution is heavily skewed towards small spears; substituting small packs for standard or large sizes will yield considerable FOB cost savings
  • Expect markets to soften towards the end of October, as additional fields open and a slight cooling trend continues

Peru

  • Imported stocks (shipped into Miami, Florida) remain available on the East Coast
  • Yields are low but steady and will increase as the Southern Hemisphere enters spring

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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