Blueberry supplies are limited. Blackberries stocks are increasing. Raspberries volume is average.

Blueberries

• The Pacific Northwest and Michigan seasons continue to wind down
  • Prices are elevated
  • Quality is fair
• Peruvian import shipments are delayed, causing overall supply issues
  • El Nino conditions have raised temperatures and caused poor fruit set
  • Consistent volume is not expected until early October
• The Mexican season is getting a slow start
  • Baja regions are starting to ramp up slowly; this week’s volume is limited
  • Adequate stocks aren’t expected until October
• Elevated markets and limited supplies are forecast through the month of September

Blackberries

• Production is winding down in the Pacific Northwest and Oxnard, California; new crop supplies are ramping up in Watsonville, California and Mexico
• Improved weather has encouraged rapid growth and higher yields in both regions
• Quality is very good
  • Red cell and bruising are minimal
  • Markets are slightly lower

Raspberries

• Watsonville growers are shipping adequate volume; expect deep red color with the occasional over ripe berry
• Mexican production continues to increase; expect some soft tips and broken fruit
• Expect ample supplies and stable markets

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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