A micro-burst swept through the onion growing regions of Nyssa, Oregon and Parma, Idaho Wednesday, June 26 bringing high winds, rain, and hail that is impacting surrounding crops and packing sheds.

• An approximately three-mile stretch of fields in the Nyssa, Oregon and Parma, Idaho regions were impacted by this storm
• Areas north and south of these areas were unaffected
• The hardest hit fields are exhibiting damage to tops
• No onion acreage will be completely lost, as new growth has already begun and is looking healthy
• Growers are taking action steps to mitigate growing/quality issues
  • Increasing fungicide and herbicides where necessary
  • Affected lots will be harvested and run first to prevent potential issues in storage
• Impacts we may see due to the recent storm
  • Onions in these lots will be approximately two weeks behind scheduled harvest dates
  • Anticipate smaller size from these lots
  • Some onion bulbs were damaged by hail and will require heavier grading
  • Expect a higher percentage of No. 2 yields

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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