USA: Surprising new favorites have emerged among organic herbs

Published Feb 21, 2024

Tridge summary

The demand for fresh organic herbs such as basil, chives, parsley, and mint is currently outstripping supply, largely due to their ease of use, aesthetic appeal, and nutritional benefits. However, the supply chain is facing challenges due to the herbs' temperature sensitivity, requiring delivery within 48 hours of harvest. Factors such as weather conditions and border crossings can cause delays. Despite these challenges, growers in California are expecting a surge in supply by mid-February, thanks to anticipated warmer weather which should speed up herb harvesting.
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Original content

For now, the demand for fresh organic herbs exceeds the supply. The days are shorter and winter is slowly advancing. California growers are looking forward to mid-February, when the supply side starts to skyrocket thanks to organic staples and specialty herbs. The days are shorter and winter is slowly advancing. California growers have been looking forward to mid-February, when the supply side begins to skyrocket thanks to organic staples and specialty herbs. "It's a little warmer in the California peninsula at this time, but not so much that the plants are blooming," explained one grower. "The supply was slightly stronger at this time last year, which is largely due to the fact that the harvest arrived about three weeks later." If demand picks up in mid-February, supply will be similar to last year. In terms of demand, the situation is good at the moment, even if demand tends to moderate somewhat after the holidays (seasonal herbs are the peak of demand). It then stabilizes after ...
Source: AgroForum
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