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UPDATE: STRAWBERRIES

September 2, 2026

Strawberry demand continues to outpace supply. Expect tight availability in Watsonville/Salinas through the end of the season, with Santa Maria fall production still about two weeks from delivering significant volume.

Watsonville/Salinas

  • Markon First Crop (MFC) Strawberries are available
  • Berry size is medium; counts range from 22-26 berries per 8/1-pound clamshell
  • Quality is fair to good,  misshapen, bruising, and soft skin has been called out
  • Maintaining the cold chain will be vital for shelf-life; Markon recommends ordering for quick turns
  • Expect strong demand and high prices through the next two weeks

Santa Maria, California 

  • Berries size is medium, 20-24 berries per 8/1 clamshell
  • Quality is good, light bruising has been the only call out
  • Volume levels will be reached in two weeks
  • Expect strong demand and elevated markets through next week

Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.

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