The movement of asparagus from Peru through South Florida ports of entry is expected to increase. Trading moderate. Prices higher. 11-pound cartons bunched green jumbo mostly 33.75-34.75, extra-large 26.75-31.75, large mostly 20.00- 22.95, and standard mostly 20.90-22.75. White supplies are insufficient to quote. Supplies are moderate. Quality and condition are reported as variable but generally good.
The movement of asparagus crossings from Mexico through Arizona, California, and Texas is expected to remain about the same. Trading moderate. Prices are slightly higher. 11-pound cartons/crates bunched green jumbo 21.75-24.75, large mostly 21.75-22.75, and standard mostly 20.75. Extra services included. No quality was reported. The movement of asparagus out of Michigan is expected to remain about the same. Trading is fairly active. Prices are slightly higher. Pyramid cartons 28-pound bunched green large and standard mostly 53.75-56.75. 11-pound cartons bunched green large and standard, mostly 21.75-23.75. Prices remain about steady.
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