USA: Stronger lettuce volume takes the pressure off the market

Published May 5, 2023

Tridge summary

The article provides an update from Markon Cooperative BB #:123315 on the current status of the market for Green leaf, iceberg, and romaine crops. It highlights that these markets are experiencing a decline as supply increases, with some sporadic availability of Markon First Crop (MFC) Premium varieties due to light weights. The harvest transition to the Salinas and Santa Maria Valleys is nearing completion, with Huron production set to end this week. Quality issues like growth cracking, inconsistent density, and insect pressure are present in some lots, contributing to the supply's variation. Industry supplies are increasing, leading to lower markets, but strong demand is expected for Mother's Day. The markets are anticipated to decline further post-holiday.

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Original content

The following crop update was released by Markon Cooperative BB #:123315 May 4, 2023:Green leaf, iceberg, and romaine markets are elevated, though they have started to weaken as supplies increase.Markon First Crop (MFC) Premium Green Leaf, Iceberg, and Romaine are sporadic due to low weights. Markon Best Available (MBA) is being substituted as needed.The harvesting transition to the Salinas and Santa Maria Valleys is nearly complete. Huron production will end this week. A limited amount of iceberg will remain in Oxnard through May.Quality is strong; growth cracking, inconsistent density and sizing, and insect pressure are present in some lots. Supply availability will continue to vary from week to ...

Source: Producebluebook