Fresh Herb Market Summary

PHOENIX - May 11/04 - 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.

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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.

CENTRAL COAST CALIFORNIA
Sales F.O.B. Shipping Point and Delivered Sales Shipping Point Basis

MISC HERBS
2004 Season
---CILANTRO: DEMAND MODERATE. MARKET 30S SLIGHTLY HIGHER, 60S ABOUT
 STEADY. Extra services included. cartons bunched 30s 4.35-6.50 mostly 5.10-5.60
 60s 6.25-8.35 mostly 7.10-8.35 occasional higher

OXNARD DISTRICT CALIFORNIA
Sales F.O.B. Shipping Point and Delivered Sales Shipping Point Basis

MISC HERBS
2004 Season
---CILANTRO: DEMAND MODERATE. MARKET 30S SLIGHTLY HIGHER, 60S ABOUT
 STEADY. Extra services included. cartons bunched 30s 4.35-5.35 mostly 5.35 60s
 5.85-8.35 mostly 7.35

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