Prices continue to inch down as mild weather has increased yields. Markon First Crop (MFC) Asparagus is available.

Mexico

• Baja will remain the primary growing region into mid-November; light production is occurring in the northwestern state of Sonora as well
• Quality is improving and shelf-life potential is increasing amid cooler weather
  • Some lots continue to exhibit elevated levels of seeder/feathering tips
  • Size distribution is better but remains heavily skewed towards small spears
  • Substituting small packs for standard or large sizes will yield considerable FOB cost savings
• Expect markets to continue softening toward late October, but strong holiday demand will push up prices again in November

Southern Peru

• Imported stocks (shipped into Miami, Florida) are sufficient enough to fill many East Coast orders; this will be critical for the industry to meet holiday demand next month

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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