Specialty Crops Market News disseminates detailed information on marketing conditions for hundreds of agricultural commodities at major domestic and international wholesale markets, production areas, and ports of entry. Using direct contacts with sales persons, suppliers, brokers, and buyers, Market News reporters collect, validate, analyze, and organize unbiased data on price, volume, quality and condition, making it available within hours of collection.
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The California colored potato crop is on schedule with acreage similar to last year, expected to supply fresh potatoes through mid-July. The Pacific Northwest had a favorable growing season with mild winter and timely rains, though it slowed early progress. Demand is strong, particularly for yellow potatoes, with prices anticipated to be similar to last year. Florida is also starting its new crop potatoes.
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