The broccoli market is expected to climb as California growers contend with elevated Diamondback moth (DBM) pressure, increasing pin rot incidence, and declining yields from late-season fields. Markon First Crop (MFC) Broccoli is available in Salinas, California.
- California yields are low due to increased quality challenges, exacerbated by September heat
- DBM pressure remains elevated across several growing regions
- Pin rot is being reported throughout portions of the Salinas Valley
- Late-season acreage is showing signs of fatigue, further limiting production potential
- Mexican broccoli (crossing through South Texas) remains readily available and in better quality than California product
- Quality concerns include discoloration, uneven sizing, and hollow core
- East Coast production is also underway
- Maine harvests are expected to continue through mid- to late October
- Indiana production is expected to begin next week
- Virginia harvests are anticipated to start within the next two weeks
- The Ohio and New York seasons have concluded
- Expect markets to climb as yields tighten overall supplies throughout California and beyond
Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.
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