Growers decided to leave some of the broccoli and cauliflower crops in the fields due to low prices in the US

Published 2022년 8월 29일

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California is experiencing a challenging season for cauliflower and broccoli growers due to heat spikes and fluctuating supply from other regions. The extreme heat has led to lower quality crops and reduced yields, exacerbated by recent rain in Mexico. As a result, demand has been low and prices have been unprofitable, forcing many growers to leave some crops in the field. The situation is further complicated by the temperature-sensitivity of cauliflower, leading to varied quality, size, and yield. The future outlook for these vegetables remains uncertain due to the warm weather conditions in Central Coast California.

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It's not an easy season for California cauliflower and broccoli growers. Currently, the harvest takes place in Central California. BroccoliThe supply of broccoli is currently lower than in recent weeks. "It's a result of the heat spikes that have affected crop quality in California," said Mark McBride of Coastline Family Farms. "Many growers notice discolouration of the florets. They cannot be packaged and sold." In addition, the yield in Mexico is lower, but that is due to the recent rain. Meanwhile, the harvest on the east coast has started. McBride says broccoli demand and price have been low since the start of the harvest in Central California. “Prices were well below break-even point and many growers have chosen to leave some of the crops in the fields rather than pack more product than they could effectively sell at or above cost. for a few weeks," he says. Cauliflower There is also less harvest of cauliflower due to the high temperatures. “Still, supply usually exceeded ...

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