Markon First Crop (MFC) Onions are readily available in the California and New Mexico growing areas. New crop Northwest onion harvesting will begin the week of August 7.

California

• The San Joaquin Valley has experienced extremely high temperatures in recent weeks, with more hot days in the forecast
• Onion quality is holding up well despite the heat
• Yellow onion supplies are plentiful; markets have eased
• Red onion demand is strong
  • Stocks are sufficient stocks
  • Pricing is firm
• Supplies will be shipped through mid-August, with a few sheds shipping onions until the end of August

New Mexico

• New Mexico is also experiencing hot weather; however, quality continues to remain strong
• Yellow onion volume is high; markets have eased
• Red onion demand is strong, but stocks are adequate; pricing has inched up
• The season will run through mid-August

Northwest

• Many Idaho and Washington growers will begin production the week of August 7; supply will ramp up the week of August 14
• Colorado and Utah-grown onions will hit the market after the Labor Day weekend
• Healthy onion crops and strong yields are expected this upcoming storage season; weather has been excellent for growing up to this point

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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