Markon First Crop Cantaloupe and Honeydew melons are limited; packer label is being substituted as the domestic season winds down. Cantaloupe prices are high as availability of domestic supplies tighten. Honeydew prices are lower.

• The primary domestic growing region of Brawley, California and Yuma, Arizona is ending earlier than normal
  • The season was expected to end the week of November 15
  • Quality is average with the occasional ground spotting and green tinge on both varieties
• Mexico is providing additional supply crossing through Nogales, Arizona
  • Supplies are very low on Cantaloupe and average on Honeydews
  • Quality is good
• Central American offshore stocks are expected to arrive earlier than normal this year
  • Stocks will be available in Florida the week of November 15
  • West coast will have their first arrival the week of November 22

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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