The California Valencia season is coming to an end; supplies of 113-count and smaller oranges are extremely tight. New crop Navel oranges will enter the market this week in a very limited manner. Orange prices will remain elevated through October.

Valencia

• Markon First Crop and Markon Essentials California Valencia Oranges are available
• Quality has deteriorated; heat from last summer, lack of water, and necessary gassing are taking a toll on the fruit
• Small-size fruit (113- to 138-count oranges) will be extremely limited for the rest of the Valencia season
• Expect prices to increase

Navel

• The California Navel harvest has begun
• Early season supplies are tight
• Gas times are approximately 96 hours

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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