Celery prices are up and expected to remain active heading into the holiday season.

• Markon First Crop Premium Celery is available
• The Michigan season is winding down, shifting demand to the Salinas and Santa Maria Valleys
• Oxnard production is forecast to start in late October/early November
  • Fields have been impacted by Fusarium disease, stunting growth and reducing harvestable yields
  • Insect pressure is also affecting some plantings located near artichoke and berry fields
• The Florida season will begin in mid- to late December
• Yuma, Arizona production will begin in late December/early January
• Current demand is fairly strong and will increase in the weeks leading up to Thanksgiving
• Expect elevated/active markets through December at minimum

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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