The 165- through 200-count lemon segment is still experiencing elevated pricing domestically, which can be attributed to ongoing low volume paired with robust demand. Looking ahead to May, we expect offshore and Mexican lemons to play a key role in supplementing domestic supplies, helping to alleviate some of the pressure in the market.

Domestic

• Markon First Crop (MFC) and Markon Essentials (ESS) Lemons are available  
• Small-size lemons (165- through 235-count fruit) remain limited
• Quality is good (especially strong choice-grade fruit)
• Elevated pricing is forecast for the next six weeks

Offshore

• Offshore fruit will begin shipping in May and run through early December
• The size profile will be dominated by large lemons (95- through 140-count fruit) but smaller sizes will be available as well
• Expect higher pricing compared to domestic and Mexican fruit due to better quality

Mexican

• Mexican shipments are expected to begin in June and will run through late November
• The size profile will be 165- through 235-count fruit but larger sizes will be available
• Expect pricing to be comparable to domestic fruit until volume rises

Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.

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