Expect prices to fall slightly in early September, then range from steady to lower through late September as acreage increases in California. Markon First Crop (MFC) Broccoli is being shipped out of Salinas, California; Markon Best Available is being packed in Mexico (into South Texas).

• Markets are elevated amid strong demand
  • California supplies are increasing
  • Mexican stocks are snug
• Varying levels of pin rot, branching, and yellowing persist but are decreasing in both areas
• Regionally grown supplies are limited and being sold close to shipping points
  • The Eastern Canada, Maine, and New Jersey seasons are winding down
  • Indiana production has ended
  • New crop harvesting will start in Georgia by mid- to late September
• Mexican-grown product (crossing into South Texas)
  • Supplies are available at an FOB cost savings
  • Hollow core defects from high heat are decreasing

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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