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UPDATE: RED AND YELLOW POTATOES

July 17, 2026

Markon First Crop (MFC) Red and Yellow Potatoes are available in Idaho. The Florida and North Carolina seasons have ended. Overall supplies are tightening; prices are rising for both colors. Expect elevated markets until mid-August when other areas begin production.

Idaho

  • MFC Red and Yellow Potatoes are available
  • Red storage supplies are limited due to strong demand
  • Yellow potatoes are being sourced from California to supplement orders
  • Overall quality is good
  • Prices are rising on both colors
  • New crop yellow production will start late next week while reds will begin in mid-August

California

  • Red and yellow harvests are underway in the Stockton region
  • Supplies are extremely limited due to lower acreage from previous years
  • Quality is excellent
  • Current demand exceeds supply, keeping markets active
  • The season will finish over the next two weeks

Texas

  • This season is in full swing for both red and yellow supplies
  • Quality is excellent; skinning is minimal
  • Markets are elevated due to strong demand

Upcoming Regions

  • The Wisconsin season will start on July 27
  • Minnesota stocks will be available the first week of August

Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.

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