The Arizona-California desert season is coming to an end; supplies are now being shipped out of Salinas and Santa Maria. Markon Essentials (ESS) Cauliflower is available; packer label is being substituted as necessary.

• Production is moving from the Arizona/California desert regio to Salinas, California
  • ESS Cauliflower will begin shipping on March 24
  • Several suppliers began harvesting this week
• Stocks are also available in Santa Maria, California; prices are comparable to other regions
• Quality ranges from fair to good; discoloration/black spotting, bruising, and smaller head size are occasional issues
• Warmer weather is forecast through the end of the month
  • The desert region is expected to reach temperatures into the mid-90s next week; expect some heat-related issues such as browning/discoloration and insect pressure on remaining supplies
  • The Salinas Valley will experience moderate weather suitable for growth
• Expect softer pricing next week as supplies ramp up in the Salinas Valley and growers work through their final desert fields

Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.

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