California’s San Joaquin melon season has come to an end. Arizona/California fall desert supplies are now shipping.

Domestic

• Domestic Markon First Crop Cantaloupes and Honeydews will be available through the week of November 15
• New crop supplies from the Arizona/California desert will increase over the next two weeks

• Quality is good; the crop is dominated by 6- and 8- count honeydews and 12-count cantaloupes
• Favorable weather conditions are expected over the next 7 to 10 days
• Expect elevated markets through October

Imports

• Supplies from Guaymas, Mexico will arrive next week

• Expect good quality; supplies will be dominated on 5-count honeydews and 9-count cantaloupes
• Demand for Mexican honeydew will be higher due to lower domestic volume
• Central American offshore supplies will hit markets on the East Coast the week of November 22 and the West Coast on November 29
• Higher prices are expected for the start of the offshore season

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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