Iceberg lettuce prices continue to escalate. Romaine and green leaf markets are also climbing.
- Markon First Crop (MFC) Green Leaf, Iceberg, and Romaine Lettuces are available; Markon Best Available (MBA) is being substituted as needed
- Supplies are tightening in the Arizona-California desert region as yields decline, due to heavy rains followed by sustained higher-than-normal temperatures earlier this season
- Cool-weather lettuce varieties are not performing well
- Fields are currently 14 to 21 days ahead of schedule
- Florida lettuce supplies are limited
- Cold weather continues in the Belle Glade region
- Temperatures in the low 30s are forecast for Sunday, February 1 and Monday, February 2
- Mexican stocks (crossing into South Texas) are steady; quality is strong due to ideal growing conditions
- Expect elevated prices for the duration of the Arizona-California desert season
Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.
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