Blackberry stocks remain snug; rain and high humidity are causing quality problems. Mexican-grown raspberries are also being affected by this poor weather. Blueberry supplies are ample; quality is very good.

Blueberries

• Mexican supplies are sufficient
• Demand is steady; quality is very good
• Pacific Northwest harvesting is at its peak
• Expect markets to remain stable

Blackberries

• Yields are down in Central Mexico
• California supplies are not abundant enough to meet current needs
• Quality is fair; soft skins and red cells have been reported
• Prices have peaked, but volume is extremely low
• The Pacific Northwest season has begun
• Expect supplies to remain tight for the next four to five days

Raspberries

• Mexican production has decreased due to rainy, humid weather conditions
• Quality is fair
• Demand is steady; prices are elevated
• Expect supplies to remain tight

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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