Broccoli and cauliflower prices are rising due to cooler weather forecast for the Arizona and California desert growing regions.

Arizona/California Desert Broccoli  

• Markon First Crop (MFC) Broccoli is available in the AZ/CA desert growing region
• Cool weather is forecast to slow plant maturity, resulting in fewer available supplies over the next 10-14 days
• Overall quality is good: pin rot is affecting some lots
• Demand is moderate, but expected to strengthen as stocks become tighter
• Expect Arizona and California prices to increase over the next 10-14 days

Mexican Broccoli (into South Texas)

• MFC Broccoli is available (loading in South Texas)
• Supplies have rebounded following unseasonably low temperatures; prices are anticipated to increase over the next two weeks as additional demand shifts from the AZ/CA desert to South Texas
• Overall quality is good: pin rot is affecting some lots
• Demand is moderate, but expected to pick up as West Coast broccoli stocks become tighter

Arizona/California Desert Cauliflower

• Markon Essentials Cauliflower is limited in the AZ/CA desert growing region; packer label will be substituted as needed
• Cool weather is forecast to slow growth, resulting in fewer available supplies over the next 10-14 days
• Quality is strong with great color and ideal size
• Demand is elevated and expected to strengthen as stocks become tighter
• Expect Arizona and California prices to increase over the next 10-14 days

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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