California small size Valencias are tightening. Imported Navel volumes will increase over the next two to three weeks as the Chilean and South African seasons begin.
California
- Markon First Crop (MFC) and Markon Essentials (ESS) California Valencia Oranges are available
- Supplies are dominated by large sizes (56- to 88-count packs); smaller sizes (113- to 138-count packs) are very limited
- Prolonged heat in California’s San Joaquin Valley has caused what is called re-greening in oranges (see attached flyer)
- Initial reports project California Navels will begin shipping in mid- to late October
- Expect steady elevated markets and very limited supplies on all small fruit through early October
Chile
- Chilean fruit is being imported into both the East and West Coast
- Supplies are increasing week over week
- Quality is great; sugar levels range from 12-13 Brix
- Supplies will be dominated by larger packs
South Africa
- South African fruit is being imported into the East Coast
- Supplies are increasing week over week
- Quality is great; sugar levels range from 10-14 Brix
- There is limited availability of 105- to 125-count packs
Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.
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