Broccoli

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

• Markon First Crop (MFC) Broccoli is available
• Supplies are tightening as a result of persistently cold weather stalling growth
• Quality is very good; very minimal yellowing, mold, and decay are being reported
• Expect markets to continue rising into next week

Mexico (into South Texas)

• MFC Broccoli is available
• The price spread between Mexico and the AZ/CA desert region is widening as supplies from Mexico (into South Texas) 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
  • 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 elevated and will continue to climb over the next week at minimum

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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