Blackberry stocks remain snug; rain and high humidity are causing quality problems. Mexican-grown raspberries are also being affected by this poor weather. Improved weather in the Pacific North West will help elevate supplies. Raspberry supplies are short but manageable. 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 sufficient to meet current needs
• Quality is fair; soft skins and red cells have been reported
• Pacific Northwest weather will help increase supplies in that region
• Expect supplies to remain tight for another week

Raspberries

• Mexican production has decreased due to rainy and 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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