The Washington onion season will wind down over the next three to four weeks. Fresh-run onions are available in Texas for the next 7-10 days. The California desert region is in full swing.

Washington

• Markon First Crop (MFC) Onions are available
• The season will end in three to four weeks
• White onions are extremely limited
• Markets are holding steady

Texas

• Texas-grown MFC Yellow and Red Onions are available
• The season is expected to wrap up the week of May 12
• Crossings from Mexico are adequate, keeping overall markets for onions loading in Texas at steady levels
• Quality is very good; occasional bruising and mechanical damage are minor issues
• Spring onions possess higher water content and lower acids, resulting in sweeter flavor but shorter shelf-life

Southern California

• Southern California desert regions have begun both yellow and red production
• Markets are holding steady
• Quality is good with some excess skin in early fresh crop lots
• The harvesting transition to Northern California is expected in early June

New Mexico

• New crop harvesting will begin the first week of June

Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.

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