USA: Stronger lettuce volume takes the pressure off the market

Fresh Lettuce

Vegetables

United States

Published May 6, 2023

Tridge summary

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.

Original content

The following crop update was released by Markon Cooperative BB #:123315 May 4, 2023: 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 week as growers navigate delayed and/or missed plantings due to excessive rains.Overall industry ...

Source: Producebluebook

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