MFC Romaine is available; Markon Best Available is being substituted in some lots due to quality challenges. MFC Artisan Romaine is available and quality is excellent. Multiple challenging weather events including freezing temperatures and above-normal rainfall have caused quality challenges for desert row crops. Commodity romaine has been one of the most heavily impacted with issues such as:
- Bottom rot and/or decay
- Decreased case weights
- Epidermal blisters
- Discolored epidermal peeling
Harvesting crews are working hard to remove or minimize defects, these are industry-wide problems. MFC Artisan Romaine has held up incredibly well to the current challenges. Color, size, and shape are very consistent. Quality is also excellent with little or no weather-related defects in finished packs.
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