Looking for more of what's in season? Check out these highlights from the latest crop report by Salinas, Calif.-based Markon Cooperative to see items that check the boxes for price, quality and availability for the week of Feb. 28.
The market is weak. Quality is very good; mildew pressure issues are diminishing. MFC Premium Romaine Lettuce is available.
Prices are low. Mexican stocks are abundant; harvesting is increasing in Florida. Quality is very good; skins are smooth, color is deep, and flavor is pleasantly bitter. MFC Squash is available on both coasts.
Round and roma prices are low due to ample supplies out of Florida and Mexico. The grape and cherry tomato seasons are also in full swing for late winter; yields are high. Quality is very good; fruit is plump and juicy. It's an excellent time to promote the tomato category.
The market has fallen; supplies are abundant. Processing varieties are now also at normal levels. MFC Celery is available.
Prices have eased; stocks are plentiful. Quality has improved. ESS Cauliflower is available.
Prices are weak; supplies are ample. Quality is very good; mildew pressure issues are diminishing. MFC Premium Green Leaf Lettuce is available.
The market is low; stocks are plentiful in all production regions. Harvesting is in full swing in Sinaloa, Mexico, and Florida. Quality is very good; skins are smooth, color is bright, and flavor is zesty. MFC and Markon Essentials (ESS) Green Bell Peppers are available.
Weak markets persist; stocks are ample in the Arizona/California desert growing area. Quality is very good; sporadic bracketing is being found in some lots due to recent warm weather, but harvesting crews are culling in the fields. MFC Broccoli is available.
Expect low markets through March. The Caborca season will begin to wind down in late March; production will transition to Central Mexico in early to mid-April. Peruvian production is minimal, but volume will increase in April. Quality is excellent: stalks are uniform and tips are firm. MFC Asparagus is available.
Prices are low; yields are high. Yellow bell volume continues to increase, but growers planted fewer acres than red bells. Quality is very good: flavor is subtly sweet with hints of zest. MFC and ESS Red Bell Peppers are available.
Editor's note: This information is republished with permission from Salinas, Calif.-based Markon Cooperative's weekly crop report. See the full report here.