Fresh Herb Market Summary

PHOENIX - Oct 10/08 - SNS -- U.S. domestic markets for fresh herbs were reviewed by the USDA today, with reporters focussing on products such as cilantro and dill.

Provided by:  Fruit and Vegetable Market News,
Federal - State Market News Service, USDA.

Phone:  (602) 514-7210     Fax:  (602) 514-7215


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Prices represent open (spot) market sales by first handlers on product of
generally good quality and condition unless otherwise stated and may include
promotional allowances or other incentives.  No consideration is given to
after-sale adjustments unless otherwise stated.  Brokerage fees paid by the
shipper are included in the price reported.

No reports will be issued on Monday, October 13th as this office will
be closed in observance of the Columbus Day Federal holiday.
The next report will be issued on Tuesday, October 14, 2008.	
CENTRAL COAST CALIFORNIA
Sales F.O.B. Shipping Point and Delivered Sales Shipping Point Basis
	
MISC HERBS
2008 Season
---CILANTRO: DEMAND MODERATE. MARKET 60S LOWER 30S ABOUT STEADY. Extra services
included. Wide range in price. cartons bunched 30s 6.85-9.45 mostly 6.85-8.45
few 6.22-6.50 occasional higher 60s 9.50-14.00 mostly 10.45-12.45 occasional
higher and lower
	
OXNARD DISTRICT CALIFORNIA
Sales F.O.B. Shipping Point and Delivered Sales Shipping Point Basis
	
MISC HERBS
2008 Season
---CILANTRO: DEMAND MODERATE. MARKET ABOUT STEADY. Extra services included.
cartons bunched 30s 6.65-7.65  60s 10.65-12.65  occasional lower

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STAT News Service