Prices are dropping as availability increases in the Arizona/California desert. Markon First Crop (MFC) Green Leaf, Iceberg, and Romaine Lettuces are available; Markon Best Available (MBA) is being substituted as needed due to low weights.

Arizona-California Desert Region

• The market is easing
• Good desert growing conditions have increased production

• • Volume is rising over the last week due to better weather
  • Quality ranges from good to above average; r
    • Ribby texture, bottom rot, weak tip, and mildew damage have been reported
    • Most defects are addressed with trimming at the field level
  • Weights are low; most growers entered fields early due to strong demand before lettuce heads could build density
  • Above-average temperatures will help to accelerate growth and increase weights

Oxnard, California

• Production in this region is supplementing any gaps in Yuma volume; limited romaine harvests are ongoing
• Quality is good, but weights are low

Florida

• Southeast lettuce supplies are ramping up over the next several weeks
• This season is expected to run through late March to early April, weather permitting
• Quality is average; recent low temperatures across Central and South Florida may contribute to slower growth

Mexico

• Iceberg and romaine are currently being harvested
• Quality is average; high weights and densities have been reported
• Volume is currently typical for the end of year despite recent weather challenges

Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.

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