The strawberry market remains strong. Temperatures in Santa Maria and Watsonville will remain normal, mid- to high 70s. These temperatures should not affect fruit quality.
Santa Maria, California
- Markon First Crop (MFC) Strawberries are available
- Quality is good
- Size ranges from 20-25 berries per 8/1-pound clamshell and 32-40 in 4/2-pound pack (small to medium)
- Occasional overripening and a few white shoulders are being reported
- Expect elevated markets
Salinas/Watsonville, California
- MFC Strawberries are available
- Quality is good; expect full color and sweet flavor
- Size is currently 15-19 berries per 8/1-pound clamshell and 31-38 in 4/2-pound pack (medium to large)
- Fanning, misshaped berries, and wind bruising are being reported
- Expect active prices for the week
Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.
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