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 Aug. 15.
The market is near the bottom. Quality is very good; internal and fringe burn are occasional issues. MFC Premium Green Leaf Lettuce is available.
Low markets persist; stocks are plentiful. New crop California desert production is in full swing. Large sizes dominate the crop. Quality is very good; fruit is sweet and juicy.
Prices are weak; domestic stocks are abundant. Quality is very good; fruit is firm, yet juicy with subtly sweet flavor. Domestic MFC and ESS Green and Red Seedless Grapes are available.
The market has eased. Quality is very good; head weights have increased. Seeder is affecting some lots but volume is high. MFC Premium Iceberg Lettuce is available.
Low prices persist. Salinas Valley supplies are ample. The Michigan season is underway. Seeder is a minor problem in some lots. MFC Celery is available.
The market is low; supplies are plentiful. Quality is very good; browning is a occasional issue. ESS Cauliflower is available.
The market is inching down; stocks are abundant. Mexican-grown supplies are available in South Texas. Crown quality is very good; brown bead, hollow core, and yellowing are minor issues. MFC Broccoli is available.
The market has eased. Supplies are dominated by jumbo and extra-large sizes. California growers are focused in Hollister. East Coast stocks are increasing. Quality is very good; skins are smooth, color is uniform, and flavor is zesty. MFC and Markon Essentials (ESS) Green Bell Peppers are available.
The market is low. Production is ample in multiple growing regions. Quality is very good; tips are
firm, color is bright, and flavor is pleasantly grassy. MFC Asparagus is available.
Prices are a bit lower than last week. San Joaquin Valley volume is average; size is dominated by extra-large supplies. Canadian greenhouse stocks are increasing. Quality is very good; color is vibrant and shape is elongated. 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.