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Fresh Crop Report
I N E VE RY C AS E.
WEEK OF FEBRUARY 13, 2022 | CANADIAN EDITION
Ask a Markon Chef Menu Feature
Markon has gathered a group of our Every chef needs a few solid recipes in his
member- and grower-affiliated chefs to or her repertoire. That’s why Markon has put
answer your questions about produce. together a catalog of fresh produce-based
Ask us your most challenging cooking recipes that cover it all: day- and menu-parts,
inquiries online > the range of seasons, a variety of cuisines, and
FEATURED QUESTION a diverse list of ingredients.
Q: Ready-Set-Serve ®
(RSS) Cauli
Creations can be used in myriad ways.
What are some of your favorites?
A: With pizza all the rage still, these
cauli pieces work nicely on a vegetarian
pizza with MFC Cremini Mushrooms,
RSS Peeled Garlic roasted in olive oil,
roasted MFC Red Bell Peppers, briny
pitted green olives, and white truffle oil
Highlights on a Ricotta-Mozzarella base. Delicious
any time of year.
• Markon First Crop®
(MFC) Premium • Toss with quinoa, Brussels sprouts
Romaine Lettuce quarters, pepitas, and creamy tahini
weights are higher on dressing.
average than the rest • Excellent in veggie burgers and
of the industry (36 to 39 omelets.
pounds compared with Cauliflower Tacos with Mole Sauce
31 to 37 pounds). • Ideal as a complex carb substitute for
white rice in a variety of recipes such A delicious vegetarian option that packs the
• Although the Florida as fried rice, grits, mac-n-cheese, and earthy flavors of cumin-roasted cauliflower,
growing region avoided mashed potatoes. pickled red onions, and Oaxacan mole sauce.
a major freeze event
last week, growers have • Mix with egg, cheese, and bread- Get the full recipe >
observed some signs crumbs, then deep fry in tater-tot
of plant bloom drop shapes.
throughout a number of Chef Chris Cukjati,
commodities (especially Markon member chef
tomatoes, bell peppers,
eggplant, green beans,
and squash) which may
impact volume for the
end of February.
Tips for Serving Cauliflower
• Chop and toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper; roast until tender;
• Lime prices are forecast
top with shaved Parmesan cheese.
to climb through
March. Oil spotting is • Slice and sear cauliflower “steaks;” serve with sauteed
an occasional concern mushrooms, onions, and garlic.
being culled during • Skip the empty calories of flour and make pizza dough from
packing. MFC and ESS RSS Cauli Creations—roll and bake with ingredients like
Limes are sporadic; mushrooms, onions, and tomatoes.
packer label substituted
when needed. Browse additional usage tips >
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Fresh Crop Report
WEEK OF FEBRUARY 13, 2022
Apples Bells: Red and Yellow
Region Supplies Quality Price Region Supplies Quality Price
WA, USA
^^^ ***** $$$ FL, USA
^^^ ***** $$$
^^^ ***** $$$
The market is unchanged. Washington MFC Fuji, MEX
Gala, Golden Delicious, Granny Smith, and Red Prices have jumped. Mexican stocks are
Delicious Apples are on the market; the stor- tightening; demand is strong. All sizes are
age crop is dominated by 88- to 113-count sizes. available. The East Coast does not produce a
Quality is excellent: sugar levels range from 12 to significant volume of colored peppers; supplies
14 Brix. will further decrease due to recent cold weather.
Quality is good. MFC and ESS Red Bell Peppers
Asparagus are available.
Region Supplies Quality Price
Blackberries
Anise-flavored fennel,
MEX
^^ ^
***** $$$
Region Supplies Quality Price
^^^ ***** $$$
earthy beets, and the PERU/FL
umami of Parmesan The Mexican prices are low; supplies have
MEX
^^^ ***** $$$
cheese all accent this RSS increased in Caborca. Peruvian stocks are The market is steady. Mexican supplies are
Heritage Blend salad. sufficient. Quality is very good: spear and tips meeting demand. Quality is very good: berries
are firm, color is bright, and flavor is grassy. MFC are plump and juicy with deep purple color.
Asparagus is available.
Produce Blueberries
Highlights Avocados
Region Supplies Quality Price
Region Supplies Quality Price
Carrots MEX
^^^ ***** $$$
• The market has risen.
MEX
^^^ ***** $$$ IMPORTS
^^^ ***** $$$
California supplies Prices are stable; 48-count and larger sizes
Prices are starting to inch down; Mexican volume
continue to tighten as dominate Mexican crops. Small fruit less
is rising. Although delays at ports and unloading
production transitions from abundant. Quality is very good: texture is creamy
challenges are improving, imports remain
the San Joaquin Valley to and flavor is nutty. RSS Avocado Chunks, Halves,
tight. Quality is very good: flavor is sweet with
the Imperial Valley. Pico de Gallo Guacamole, and Pure Pulp are on
pleasantly tangy undertones.
the market.
• Jumbo sizes are extremely
limited.
Bells: Green Broccoli
Green Beans
Region Supplies Quality Price
Region Supplies Quality Price
• Prices are climbing due to
unfavorable weather and FL, USA
^^^ ***** $$$
AZ, USA
^^ ^ ***** $$$
^^^ ***** $$$
strong demand. CA, USA
^^^ ***** $$$
MEX
^^^ ***** $$$
• Yields are down in Florida MEX/TX
The market remains steady despite East
and Mexico. Coast weather. Florida experienced freezing The market is low. Ideal weather in the Arizona
Squash temperatures, causing bloom drop that will and California desert growing regions continues
decrease yields in some lots. Mexican supplies are to aid growth and increase volume. Mexican
• Zucchini and yellow squash sufficient. Quality ranges from good to very good: supplies are ample. Quality is good: pin rot is a
markets remain elevated frost damage is a potential problem in Florida. minor issue. MFC Broccoli is available.
due to weather conditions. MFC and ESS Green Bell Peppers are available.
• Some bloom drop
is expected and will
negatively affect yields
over the next two to three
weeks.
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Cantaloupe Green Leaf/Variety Lettuce Onions
Region Supplies Quality Price Region Supplies Quality Price Region Supplies Quality Price
MEX
^^^ ***** $$$ AZ/CA, USA
^^ ^ ***** $$$ CO, USA
^^^ ***** $$$
^^^ ***** $$$ ^^^ ***** $$$
OFFSHORE The market is weak; supplies are plentiful. ID, USA
Quality is very good: ice and mildew damage
^^^ ***** $$$
Prices are steady; Mexican and offshore melons MEX
are issues being trimmed at harvest. MFC
are sufficient. Quality is very good: sugar levels
^^^ ***** $$$
Premium Green Leaf Lettuce is available. OR, USA
are rising.
^^^ ***** $$$
UT, USA
Honeydew ^^^
Cauliflower WA, USA
***** $$$
Region Supplies Quality Price
Region Supplies Quality Price Elevated markets persist as Northwest suppliers
continue to increase markets to extend storage
AZ/CA, USA
^^^ ***** $$$
MEX
^^ ^ ***** $$$ stocks. Mexican onions (crossing into South
^^^ ***** $$$
OFFSHORE
The market is expected to inch up, then fall Texas) are available; rain has affected packing
back next week when warmer weather is Prices have stabilized; available stocks are schedules. Quality is sporadic in remaining
forecast. Quality is very good: small size is an dominated by 6- and 8-count sizes. Quality is storage onions; occasional internal defects
issue in some lots. ESS Cauliflower is available. very good: sugar levels are increasing. include translucency, dryness, and watery scale.
Texas-grown onions will become available
in early March. California onions will begin
Celery Iceberg Lettuce shipping from the Imperial Valley in mid-April.
Region Supplies Quality Price Region Supplies Quality Price The New Mexico season will start in early June.
MFC Red and Yellow Onions are available.
AZ/CA, USA
^^ ^ ***** $$$
Prices are a bit lower. Quality is very good:
AZ/CA, USA
^^ ^ ***** $$$
The market is low; supplies are abundant.
some Oxnard lots are being affected by disease Recent low temperatures have caused lettuce
Oranges
pressure, but demand is being met. MFC ice, but quality remains very good; damage Region Supplies Quality Price
Celery is available. is being trimmed from outer leaves at the
^^^ ***** $$$
CA, USA
field level. MFC Premium Iceberg Lettuce is
^^^ ***** $$$
available. IMPORTS
Cucumbers
Prices is steady at high levels. The Navel crop
Region Supplies Quality Price
Lemons is dominated by large sizes (56- to 88-count
^^^
packs); smaller sizes (113- and 138-count) are
MEX
***** $$$
Region Supplies Quality Price tight. Sugar levels range from 10 to 13 Brix.
^^^ ***** $$$
OFFSHORE
^^^
MFC Navel Oranges are available.
The market is stable. Mexican supplies are
ARG
***** $$$
^^^ ***** $$$
AZ/CA, USA
adequate in Sonora and Sinaloa; warm, sunny
Pears
^^^ ***** $$$
weather is increasing yields. Honduran imports CHILE
will ship through mid-March; port problems Region Supplies Quality Price
^^^ ***** $$$
MEX
are easing. Florida growers will start domestic
harvesting in March. MFC and ESS Cucumbers
are available.
The market is high. Domestic stocks are
dominated by 115-, 140-, and 165-count sizes;
WA, USA
^^^ ***** $$$
The market is weak; stocks are ample. MFC
200- and 230-count fruit is limited. MFC and D’Anjou Pears are available; 80- to 110-count
ESS Lemons are available. stocks dominate the crop. The California
Grapes Bartlett season will begin in June.
Region Supplies Quality Price
Limes
OFFSHORE
^^^ ***** $$$ Region Supplies Quality Price
Pineapple
Prices remain high. Imports from Chile and Peru Region Supplies Quality Price
^^^ ***** $$$
MEX/TX
are limited. Imported MFC and ESS Green and
^^^ ***** $$$
CR
Red Seedless Grapes as well as Lunch Bunch Prices are forecast to climb through March;
^^^ ***** $$$
demand is strong. Oil spotting is an occasional ECUADOR
Grapes are on the market.
concern being culled during packing. MFC
Elevated prices persist; supplies are tight,
and ESS Limes are sporadic; packer label
especially five-count sizes. Quality is very good:
substituted when needed.
fruit is sweet and tangy.
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Potatoes Spring Mix Tree Fruit
Region Supplies Quality Price Region Supplies Quality Price Region Supplies Quality Price
CO, USA
^^^ ***** $$$ AZ, USA
^^ ^ ***** $$$ CHILE
^^^ ***** $$$
^^^ ***** $$$
ID, USA The market is steady; supplies are abundant. The market is level. Chilean white and yellow
Quality is very good: mildew pressure and tip nectarine and peach stocks are meeting
^^^ ***** $$$
OR, USA
burn are potential problems in some lots. RSS demand. Imported plums available; stocks are
^^^ ***** $$$
TX, USA Conventional and Organic Spring Mixes are increasing. Quality is very good. Sugar levels
available. are inching up.
^^^ ***** $$$
WA, USA
Idaho Burbank and Norkotah markets are up
as suppliers extend storage supplies. The Squash Watermelon
remaining crop is dominated by large sizes Region Supplies Quality Price
Region Supplies Quality Price
(40- and 50-count potatoes); smaller sizes
^^^ ***** $$$
EAST COAST
^^^ ***** $$$
(80- to 100-count supplies) are adequate. MEX
^^^ ***** $$$
Norkotahs are expected to remain on the MEX
Prices have stabilized; Mexican supplies are
market into early April; once Norkotah supplies
Prices remain elevated due to weather sufficient while demand is weak. Large sizes
are depleted, Burbanks will be the sole variety
conditions. Some bloom drop is expected and dominate current availability. Quality is very
through the rest of the season. MFC Burbank
will negatively affect yields over the next two good: fruit is sweet and juicy.
and Norkotah Potatoes are available.
weeks. Quality ranges from good to very good.
MFC Zucchini and Yellow Squash are available.
Raspberries
Region Supplies Quality Price Strawberries
^^^ ***** $$$
CA, USA Region Supplies Quality Price
^^^ ***** $$$ ^^^ ***** $$$
MEX/CA CA, USA
^^^ ***** $$$
Prices are stable; stocks are adequate. Quality FL, USA
is very good: berries are plump, deep red, and
^^^ ***** $$$
MEX
tangy sweet.
The overall market is level. California supplies
are increasing. Cold Florida weather has
Romaine shifted demand to the West Coast. Mexican
Region Supplies Quality Price stocks are sufficient. Quality is very good. MFC
Strawberries are available.
AZ/CA, USA
^^ ^ ***** $$$
Prices are low; volume is high. Quality is
very good: fringe burn and light epidermal Tomatoes
blistering/peeling are occasional problems Region Supplies Quality Price
being trimmed in the fields. MFC Premium
^^^ ***** $$$
FL, USA
Romaine Lettuce is available.
^^^ ***** $$$
MEX
Salads & Blends Mexican supplies are increasing due to warm,
sunny weather. Freezing temperatures in
Region Supplies Quality Price
Florida have caused bloom drop in some lots,
AZ/CA, USA
^^ ^ *****
Prices are unchanged; iceberg/romaine
$$$ reducing volume. Florida round, Roma, and
cherry tomato markets are forecast to rise;
Ready-Set-Serve (RSS). Markon First Crop (MFC).
strong demand will start pushing up Mexican
stocks are meeting demand. Markon’s Quality Table-ready fruits & vegetables. Whole fresh fruits &
markets. Grape tomato supplies are adequate. Backed by 5-Star. vegetables. Backed by 5-Star.
Assurance team continues to monitor quality
Overall quality is very good. MFC Tomatoes
and processing for the best packs. ®
are available.
Markon Essentials (ESS).
No.2 grade value-focused ®
brand. Quality, food safety, 5-Star Food Safety.
and consistency in every Addressing quality and
box. Backed by 5-Star. safety at five key points.
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