Markon First Crop (MFC) Romaine Hearts are currently not available in the 48-count, 7×6-count, and 12×3-count sizes; packer label is being substituted temporarily. Ready-Set-Serve (RSS) Romaine Hearts are available in the 2/7.5-pound size.

Some supplies are exhibiting less-than-ideal characteristics this week including dark green color, open heads, and fluctuating size/weight, as well as sporadic long core/seeder.

This is not an industry-wide issue, but more related to specific varieties that are not responding well to recent hot temperatures. Some lots are seeing stalled growth and others are developing heat-related problems that are forcing growers to harvest before the heads have had a chance to fully mature.

Markon inspectors are working with our suppliers to secure the best product available and get back into MFC packs as quickly as possible.

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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