Markon Cooperative BB #:123315 released this desert region crop report January 13, 2025:
Please click here to view a Markon Live from the Fields video regarding the Arizona/California desert region’s most significant cold snap of the winter season so far.
• Widespread, moderate-to-heavy lettuce ice is expected throughout this entire week in all Arizona and California desert growing areas • Harvesting delays of three to four hours are being reported; loading delays can also be expected • This significant freeze event will have lasting effects on the quality of many desert row crop items • Lettuces and tender leaf items are the most susceptible to freeze-related quality and shelf-life challenges • Apart from quality, plant growth will also be affected as ground temperatures decrease this week • Markon inspectors are monitoring conditions and will update further as needed
Please contact your Markon Account Manager for further information.
Markon Cooperative BB #:123315 released this desert region crop report January 13, 2025:
Please click here to view a Markon Live from the Fields video regarding the Arizona/California desert region’s most significant cold snap of the winter season so far.
• Widespread, moderate-to-heavy lettuce ice is expected throughout this entire week in all Arizona and California desert growing areas • Harvesting delays of three to four hours are being reported; loading delays can also be expected • This significant freeze event will have lasting effects on the quality of many desert row crop items • Lettuces and tender leaf items are the most susceptible to freeze-related quality and shelf-life challenges • Apart from quality, plant growth will also be affected as ground temperatures decrease this week • Markon inspectors are monitoring conditions and will update further as needed
Please contact your Markon Account Manager for further information.
