Harvesting has been curtailed as California strawberry growers continue to recover from the last week’s rain. More precipitation is in forecast for Saturday, February 17 through Wednesday, February 21; expect further delays.

Oxnard, California

• Up to three inches of rain is forecast for February 17 through February 21
• Expect slow production during this time frame
• Prices will climb due to stronger demand

Central Mexico (Loading in South Texas)

• Quality is good; issues include white shoulders and occasional bruising
• Expect to stocks tighten and markets to increase as demand shifts from California
• Mexico’s growing season is scheduled to end in late March

Florida

• Markon First Crop (MFC) Strawberries are available
• Rain is forecast for Saturday, February 17 and Sunday, February 18
• Quality is good; issues include white shoulders and occasional over-ripening
• Expect steady volume
• The Florida growing season will end in early March

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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