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UPDATE: BROCCOLI AND CAULIFLOWER

February 8, 2023

Broccoli

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

  • Markon First Crop (MFC) Broccoli is available
  • Supplies are increasing with warmer weather following a cold spell
  • Quality is very good; yellowing, mold, and decay are minimal
  • Slightly lower markets are expected into next week

Mexico (into South Texas)

  • MFC Broccoli is available
  • The price spread between Mexico and the AZ/CA desert region is shrinking as desert supplies increase
  • Quality is very good; some mechanical damage has been noted along with occasional mildew
  • Prices 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
    • Warmer weather is promoting growth and will slowly increase availability
    • Quality is good; mold, off-color, and small size are being observed in some lots
    • Markets have peaked and should ease into next week

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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