Cauliflower markets strengthened last week due to tighter supplies. Lower yields across California and concerns about quality in key growing regions continue to pressure supply. Expect markets to remain elevated over the next several weeks. Markon Essentials (ESS) Cauliflower is on the market.

Cauliflower

• California yields remain below normal, and current demand is exceeding available supply
• Salinas is experiencing increased demand, and lighter yields are driving the markets higher.

• Diamondback pressure is present but is currently not a significant concern

• Santa Maria is experiencing heavy Diamondback pressure, exacerbated by recent warm weather, reducing yields

• Expect elevated pricing to continue
• Maine production is underway and is expected to increase during the latter half of next week
  • Recent rainfall has delayed harvesting in some areas; production is expected to continue through mid- to late September
• Canadian cauliflower supplies remain strong and are expected to continue into early October

Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.

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