Elevated humidity levels have recently settled across the Salinas/Watsonville growing regions, influencing crop growth and field conditions.
Salinas/Watsonville
- Markon First Crop (MFC) Strawberries are available
- Berry size ranges from medium-large to large; counts average 16 to 20 pieces per 1-pound clamshell
- Quality is good; issues include bruising and soft skin
- Abnormally high temperatures and humidity forecast through this week and early next will cause berries to mature more quickly and decrease quality
- Maintaining the cold chain will be vital for shelf life; Markon recommends ordering for quick turns
- Expect flat markets for the next week
Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.
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