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UPDATE: BROCCOLI AND CAULIFLOWER

January 25, 2023

Broccoli

Imperial Valley, California/Yuma, Arizona/Northern Baja, Mexico

  • Markon First Crop (MFC) Broccoli is available
  • Supplies remain ample but will begin to tighten this weekend and next week following persistently cold temperatures
  • Quality is very good; very minimal yellowing, mold, and decay are being reported
  • Expect slightly higher markets next week

Mexico (into South Texas)

  • MFC Broccoli is available
  • The price spread between Mexico and the AZ/CA desert region remains minimal; supplies are ample
  • Quality is very good; some mechanical damage has been noted along with occasional mildew
  • Markets are expected to remain fairly steady into next week

Cauliflower

Imperial Valley and Santa Maria, California/Yuma, Arizona/Northern Baja, Mexico

    • Markon Essentials (ESS) Cauliflower is available; packer label may be substituted as needed to fill orders
    • Continued low temperatures are slowing growth and limiting supplies
    • Quality is good; mold, off-color, and small size are being observed in some lots
    • Prices are rising this week and will continue to climb next week following sustained cold weather

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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