Melon markets are rising. California’s Central Valley production has begun to decline as the season wraps up. Markon First Crop (MFC) Cantaloupe and Honeydew Melons are available.

Cantaloupe

• California’s westside district supplies are declining, creating a demand-exceeds-supply situation
• Quality is fair to good; fall melon characteristics of green casting, thin netting, and occasional ground spotting will be observed at pack out
• Small sizes (12- and 15-count melons) are most abundant
• Arizona is expected to start production in a limited manner on October 16
• Expect higher prices over the next two weeks

Honeydew

• Central California’s supply is light as the season will come to an end over the next two weeks
• Quality is good; ground spotting and wind scar are being observed in some lots
• Sizes are evenly distributed; sugar levels range from 14-16 Brix
• The Arizona/California desert season is expected start October 16
• Prices will continue to escalate until the desert season is well established in late October

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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