Green leaf, iceberg, and romaine supplies are increasing in the Arizona/California desert and Huron, California following warmer weather. Demand is weaker.

• Markon First Crop (MFC) Premium Green Leaf is available
  • Green leaf quality is above average with minimal defects
  • Varying levels of insect pressure are affecting most lots
• MFC Premium Iceberg and Romaine are sporadic; Markon Best Available is being substituted as needed due to low weights
  • Below-normal weights and small head size are industrywide issues, particularly in iceberg crops
  • Romaine lots are being affected with varying levels of epidermal blistering and peeling; insect pressure remains a sporadic issue
• Iceberg and romaine volumes have increased with Huron production underway
  • The Arizona/California desert season will end in late March to early April
  • The Salinas season will begin in early to mid-April
• Markets will continue to inch down through the transition, pending any significant weather events

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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