Markon Cooperative BB #:123315 released this AZ/CA desert lettuce crop update December 17, 2024:
Ideal weather conditions aided growth in November and December. Lettuce and other desert row crops, including value-added items, are demonstrating great quality and high yields. Supplies are abundant throughout the desert growing region.
Green leaf: Prices are low; supplies are abundant in the Arizona-California desert growing region. Quality has improved due to warmer weather.
Iceberg: Prices have eased in the Arizona-California desert. Quality has improved; warmer weather has increased growth and head weights.
Romaine: Markets are low; supplies are abundant in the Arizona/California desert growing region. Quality has improved due to warmer weather.
Salads and blends: Higher temperatures in the Arizona-California desert region has aided growth and increased stocks. Quality is very good. Markon’s Quality Assurance team is monitoring supplies for the best quality and highest weights.
