The California Valencia orange season is winding down. Quality continues to decline.

• Markon First Crop and Markon Essentials California Valencia Oranges are available
• Heat, dehydration, and gas times are taking a toll on the quality of late-season fruit
• Expect extremely limited Valencia supplies until the Navel season begins
  • Small-size fruit (113- to 138-count oranges) will be scarce for the rest of the Valencia season
  • Prices are high
• Quality concerns include re-greening and decay due to above-normal temperatures through the summer months
• The California Navel season will begin in late October/early November, depending on weather

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