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UPDATE: ONIONS

July 15, 2026

Fresh-run Markon First Crop (MFC) Onions are available in Northern California and New Mexico. New crop Northwest onion seasons will start in a limited manner over the next two to four weeks.

California

  • Northern California supplies have increased following improved weather
  • Stocks are dominated by medium and jumbo sizes; colossal and super colossal sizes are somewhat limited
  • Quality remains good; fresh-run onions will exhibit higher moisture content, thinner skins, and overall shorter shelf life
  • Markon recommends ordering for quick turns and limiting inventories
  • Expect steady prices over the next 7-10 days

New Mexico

  • New Mexico fresh-run onion harvests are continuing
  • Stocks are dominated by medium and jumbo sizes; colossal and super colossal sizes are somewhat limited following abnormally warm weather
  • Growers are packing ahead of rain this weekend to avoid supply disruptions
  • Quality remains good; fresh-run onions will exhibit higher moisture content, thinner skins, and overall shorter shelf life
  • Markon recommends ordering for quick turns and limiting inventories
  • Expect slightly higher prices over the next 7-10 days

Washington

  • Red, yellow, and white storage supplies been depleted
  • Growers are transferring onions from California to fill orders
  • New crop supplies are expected to be available the week of July 27; the crop will be dominated by medium and jumbo sizes at the start

Idaho/Oregon

  • The Idaho/Oregon fresh run onion season will begin in a limited manner in mid-August
  • Medium and jumbo sizes will dominate at the start

Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.

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