Broccoli and cauliflower markets are expected to increase due to cooler weather forecast for the Arizona and California desert growing regions.

Broccoli  

• Markon First Crop (MFC) Broccoli is available in the CA/AZ desert growing region
• Cool weather is forecast to slow growth, resulting in fewer available supplies over the next 10-14 days
• Overall quality is good: pin rot is affecting some lots
• Demand is moderate, but expected to strengthen as the holiday pull ramps up
• Expect Arizona and California prices to increase over the next 10-14 days

Mexican Broccoli (into South Texas)

• MFC Broccoli is available (loading in South Texas)
• Supplies have rebounded following unseasonably low temperatures; prices are anticipated to remain fairly steady over the next two weeks
• Demand is moderate, but expected to strengthen as the holiday pull ramps up
• South Texas broccoli is expected to be $7.00 to $8.00 cheaper than stocks from the West Coast

Cauliflower

• Markon Essentials Cauliflower is available in the CA/AZ desert growing region
• Cool weather is forecast to slow growth, resulting in fewer available supplies over the next 10-14 days
• Quality is strong with great color and ideal size
• Demand is moderate, but expected to strengthen as the holiday pull ramps up
• Expect Arizona and California prices to increase over the next 10-14 days

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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