Small California Valencia oranges, sized 113- and 138-count, are tightening. The 165- through 200-count lemon market remains elevated due to low volume and strong demand.

Oranges

• Markon First Crop (MFC) and Markon Essentials (ESS) Valencia Oranges are available
• Supplies are dominated by large sizes (56- to 88-count); smaller sizes (113- to 138-count) are limited
• Expect 113- and 138-count oranges to become scarce as more school systems open across North America
• Quality is good; scarring and soft skin are being reported
• Expect steady yet elevated markets and limited supplies of small fruit through early October

Lemons

• MFC and ESS Lemons are available  
• Small sizes (165- through 235-count fruit) remain limited
• Quality is good; early decay and scarring are being reported
• Elevated pricing is forecast for the next six weeks

Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.

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