Looking for more of what's in season? Check out these highlights from the latest crops report by Salinas, Calif.-based Markon Cooperative to see items that check the boxes for price, quality and availability for the week of April 25.
Prices are low; supplies are abundant in Florida and the Mexican growing region of Hermosillo. Yellow squash yields have returned to normal. MFC Squash is available on both coasts.
Prices are low. Roma and round stocks are plentiful due to warm weather in all growing regions. Grape tomato volume is increasing. Cherry tomato quality is better in Florida than in Mexico. Overall quality ranges from very good to excellent: fruit is plump and juicy.
Strong demand has pushed up prices, but they should ease as stocks increase in Santa Maria and the Salinas Valley. Head weights are inconsistent but higher than in past weeks. MFC Premium Iceberg Lettuce is available.
The market is weak. California stocks are abundant; Florida volume is average. Quality is excellent. MFC Celery is available.
Prices will remain steady through the end of April; demand is moderate. Quality is very good: minor internal burn, sunscald and wind damage are present in some lots. MFC Premium Green Leaf Lettuce is available.
Expect low markets for the next 7 to 10 days. Supplies are plentiful in California's Salinas Valley. Warm weather has aided growth in Mexico. Quality is very good: hollow core is a minor issue that is common at this time of year due to warm weather. MFC Broccoli is 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.