Melon markets are higher due to increased demand and fewer overall shipments to the West Coast from Central America.

Honeydew

• Imported honeydews continue shipping out of Guatemala into Florida and California
• West Coast availability is limited this week due to increased retail demand

• Shipments are dominated by large sizes (five- and six-count melons); smaller sizes are in short supply this late in the season

• Mexican volume remains low; rains and cool weather have stunted growth and delayed the planting of the new crop
• Markon recommends ordering large sizes over the next three weeks ensure order fulfillment
• Expect markets to climb over the next four weeks as Guatemalan supplies trend downward

Cantaloupe

• Imported cantaloupes continue shipping out of Guatemala
• Overall quality is good
• Supplies are dominated by large sizes (9- and 12 -count cantaloupes)
  • 12-count and smaller sizes are tight as the offshore season winds down
  • Markon recommends size flexibility over the next two to three weeks

• Higher markets are expected over the next three weeks due to reduced West Coast shipments

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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