All California growing regions will experience a warming trend from Wednesday, August 20 through Sunday, August 24. Markon growers’ proximity to the California coastline will help reduce heat-related stress to strawberries in the field.
Salinas/Watsonville
- Markon First Crop (MFC) Strawberries are available
- Growers are culling 30-35% of fruit due to poor quality caused by high daytime temperatures and wet mornings
- Overall quality remains good, but some bruising, white shoulders, and light mildew are being reported
- MFC Strawberries are harvested first thing in the morning, which helps ensure Markon receives the best quality available
- Expect steady pricing for the beginning of the week, with the potential to rise
Santa Maria
- MFC Strawberries are available
- Quality is good; occasional overripening and white shoulders are being reported
- Size ranges from 25 to 31 berries per 8/1-pound clamshell (small to medium)
- Expect markets to continue rising
Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.
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