Prices for small lemons (165- and 200-count) remain elevated due to short supplies and strong demand. Prices for small-size oranges (113- through 138-count) are higher, as the size profile has shifted to larger sizes (56- through 88-count).

Oranges

• Markon First Crop (MFC) and Essentials (ESS) Valencia Oranges are on the market

• Availability is shifting toward large sizes (56- through 88-count fruit)
• Small sizes (113- through 138-count oranges) remain adequate, but are starting to tighten due to warm weather
• Quality is great; color is deep orange and flavor is sweet
• Expect prices for small-sized oranges to slowly increase

Lemons

• MFC and ESS Lemons are available  
• 165- and 200-count sizes are limited; size is currently dominated by 95- through 140-count lemons
• Quality is good; some regreening has been reported
• The Mexican season is expected to start the week of July 28
• Expect elevated markets compared to last summer with demand ramping up and fewer imported supplies entering the U.S.

Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.

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