Although it is not nearly as cold as in Canada or some parts of the US, the state of Florida has been impacted by cooler weather lately. “It has been cool, rainy, and overcast for at least the past month,” says Geoff Taft with Pioneer Growers. “No freeze, but highs in the low 70s and lows of about 40°F.” The weather is slowing down the growth of vegetable crops like corn, green beans, cabbage, and radish.

“We’re harvesting some corn,” said Taft. However, the cold weather is impacting the length as well as causing quality issues and yield loss. As a result, less corn is being harvested compared to what’s normal this time of year. In addition to corn, Pioneer Growers is also harvesting cabbage and green beans currently, but the situation is similar to corn. Lower supply and quality issues are causing demand to outpace supply. As a result, pricing is very good. “Strong markets are making up for some of the yield loss,” mentioned Taft.

The lower temperatures are expected to continue for a while longer. “I expect everything will be messed up for at least another six weeks before we go back to a more normal situation.”

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