Although the California Valencia orange season is winding down, new-crop California Navels have begun shipping. As Navel volume increases, pricing should gradually ease, particularly on smaller fruit, and improved availability should provide some relief to the broader orange market. Lemon markets are easing as availability increases and demand weakens.

Oranges

• Markon First Crop (MFC) and Markon Essentials (ESS) Navel Oranges are available
• Stocks are being shipped out of California, Florida, and New Jersey
• California Navel harvesting began this week, with volume expected to build over the next three to four weeks; supplies will favor 113- and 138-count fancy-grade fruit
• The California Valencia harvest is expected to finish the week of October 26
• The Florida season has begun with new crop Hamlins; new crop Navels will start shipping in early November
• Offshore fruit from Chile, South Africa, and Peru is being imported into New Jersey
• Markets will inch down over the next two to three weeks as California Navel supplies increase week over week

Lemons

• MFC and ESS Lemons are available  
• Stocks are being shipped out of California, Mexico, and New Jersey
• Quality is excellent
• Expect slowly declining prices and ample supplies through December

Mandarins

• Markon First Crop (MFC) Mandarins are available
• Both domestic and imported supplies are being shipped
• All sizes are available
• Quality is excellent; current sugar levels range from 11-12 Brix
• Expect steady markets and ample supplies through December

Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.

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