Broccoli and cauliflower prices continue to rise due to tight supplies in multiple growing regions.

Broccoli

• Markon First Crop (MFC) Broccoli is available
• Expect prices to remain elevated over the next 10 to 14 days
• Yields have decreased due to cooler weather
• Overall quality is good: pin rot is occasionally affecting some lots
• Most growers will begin broccoli harvests in the desert growing regions the week of November 15

Mexican Broccoli (Crossing into South Texas)

• Supplies will be limited due to rain brought on by Hurricane Rick
• Expect prices to climb over the next 7 to 10 days as yields continue to decrease
• Demand for Mexican product is stronger due to low volume in other growing regions

Cauliflower

• Markon Essentials Cauliflower is available
• Recent cool weather has slowed growth, resulting in fewer available supplies
• Expect good quality with great color and ideal size
• Elevated markets are forecast for the next 10 to 14 days
• Most growers will start cauliflower harvests in the desert growing regions the week of November 15

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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