Despite repeated lettuce ice events, current supplies of green leaf, iceberg, and romaine remain abundant in the Arizona-California desert region.
- Markon First Crop (MFC) Premium Green Leaf, Iceberg, and Romaine are available; Markon Best Available (MBA) is being substituted as needed
- Quality is very good
- Most lots are meeting MFC specifications
- Some fields are being impacted by excessive dirt in and at the base of heads following strong winds, requiring additional peeling of outer leaves and reduced case weights
- Minor blistering and peeling are being found in some heads; the prevalence of freeze-related damage will increase in the coming weeks
- Demand is weak, slowing market increases
- Expect steady pricing through this week, with markets beginning to inch up next week as continued cold weather and lettuce ice events decrease production.
Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.
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