Strawberry supplies are ample; demand is steady. Expect low prices for the next two to three weeks.

Salinas/Watsonville

• Markon First Crop Strawberries are available
• Volume is anticipated to climb as favorable weather is forecast

• Temperatures have been in the 70 to 80 degree range
• The forecast calls for abnormally high temperatures through Sunday

• Extended high temperatures could affect overall fruit quality

• Quality is excellent: firm fruit with 90%-95% color
• Demand remains steady, but higher temperatures are expected this weekend which should aid growth
  • Supplies are forecast to increase slightly over the next five to seven days
  • Markets are poised to make a gradual decline

Santa Maria

• Fields are entering the back half of the season
• Warm weather has increased stocks
• Fruit size is medium (18-20 per 1-pound clamshell)
• Quality is good: some green shoulders have been reported

Oxnard

• Supplies are extremely limited; most growers are finished for the season
• Remaining quality is fair at best

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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