Melon production is winding down in California’s San Joaquin Valley, as suppliers transition past peak harvest volume. Markon First Crop (MFC) Cantaloupe and Honeydew Melons are available.
Cantaloupe
- Supply levels have passed their seasonal peak and have begun to wind down
- Size is currently skewed toward 9- and jumbo 9-counts; 12- and 15-count supplies are limited
- Fruit is exhibiting slightly more green coloration as fewer daylight hours are preventing the development of full, straw-colored rinds
- Pricing has risen modestly but is expected to remain at moderate levels as overall demand remains weak
- Quality is excellent; sugar levels range between 14–16% Brix, indicating good internal color and a strong flavor profile
- California’s San Joaquin Valley cantaloupe production will run through mid-October; harvesting will then shift back to the Arizona-California desert region
Honeydew
- Supplies are also on the decline, with most fields moving past peak production
- Size is trending toward five- and jumbo five-count melons; six- or eight-count supplies are limited
- Fruit has a slightly greener appearance as limited daylight is delaying the development of full cream-colored rinds
- Pricing has increased slightly, though it is projected to level off and remain fairly steady
- Quality is excellent; sugar levels range between 14–16% Brix, indicating good internal color and a strong flavor profile
- California’s San Joaquin Valley honeydew production will run through mid-October; harvesting will then shift back to the Arizona-California desert region
Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.
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