Markon Essentials (ESS) Cauliflower is available; packer label is being substituted as necessary.

• Salinas and Santa Maria Valley prices are stabilizing
• Quality is average; elevated insect pressure remains a challenge due to sustained warm weather
  • Temperatures are expected to inch down in early October, which will help alleviate pest pressure
  • Moisture from last week’s intermittent rains combined with a heat spike this week has caused mildew concerns
  • Harvesting crews are carefully examining individual heads and avoiding any apparent defects while packing
• Yields remain on track for the current season
  • Weak demand is keeping markets stable
  • Moderately warm weather should supplement yields and increase supplies
• Markets are expected to remain relatively steady through September, with some potential to ease in early October

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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