Iceberg markets are inching down as West Coast supplies continue to increase. Romaine volume remains stable despite sporadic quality challenges. Green leaf markets are steady at low levels; supplies are ample.

Green Leaf

• Markon First Crop (MFC) Premium Green Leaf is readily available
• Harvesting crews are trimming heads to avoid insect damage, mildew, and wind damage
• Green leaf markets are expected to remain steady at low levels through mid-September, at minimum

Iceberg

• MFC Premium Iceberg is sporadic; Markon Best Available (MBA) is being substituted as needed when weights do not meet specifications

• Harvesting crews are culling heads with bottom rot, mildew, and sclerotinia
• Iceberg demand remains focused strongly on the West Coast; supplies from Mexico into South Texas are increasing though they remain limited
• Market declines are expected to flatten out next week; prices should remain fairly steady through mid-September

Romaine

• MFC Premium Romaine is limited; MBA is being substituted due to quality defects and/or light weights
• Harvesting crews are trimming heads to avoid insect damage, mildew, and wind damage; many lots are exhibiting fog and/or internal burn and seeder
• Romaine markets are expected to remain at steady at low levels through mid-September despite wide-spread quality issues as stocks are abundant

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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