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UPDATE: SQUASH

August 23, 2023

Yellow squash and zucchini supplies are tight in all growing regions; markets are on the rise.

West Coast  

  • Stocks are snug; demand is strong
  • Heat, humidity, and strong winds in Santa Maria, California are expected to negatively impact shelf-life; suppliers are reporting bruising and scarring during grading
  • Expect higher markets this week and lighter production as fields dry out over the next several days

East Coast

  • Supplies are limited due to summer rains and hot, humid weather
  • Demand is shifting to the West Coast
  • Expect markets to rise over the next 7-10 days

Mexico

  • Many growing regions in Baja, Mexico experienced extensive flooding as a result of Hurricane Hilary
    • Expect light production as fields dry out over the next several days
    • New crop harvesting is expected to start next week

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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