Markon First Crop (MFC) Green Leaf, Iceberg, and Romaine packs are available; Markon Best Available (MBA) is being substituted as needed. The desert region is experiencing its coldest temperatures and largest ice events of the season. Morning temperatures have dipped into the low 30°s . Short term affects of lettuce ice include: delayed harvest and loading, dehydration, and slowed plant growth. Markon inspectors will be monitoring supplies for long term affects in the coming days, such as:
- Discoloration
- Epidermal blistering and peeling
- Reduced case weights
- Shortened shelf-life
Markon inspectors are working with suppliers to supple the best product for Markon orders.
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