Markets have declined this week due to weaker demand. Improved weather increased yields in both regions. Markon recommends ordering for quick turns.
Santa Maria
- Markon First Crop (MFC) Strawberries are available
- Fruit size is small (20 to 24 berries per one-pound clamshell)
- Quality is good; some soft fruit and early decay have been reported
- Spring crops are winding down; the fall season is expected to start in 10-14 days
- Supplies to remain limited over the next 4-6 weeks
Salinas/Watsonville
- MFC Strawberries are available
- Stocks continue to diminish as the season moves past its peak
- Size currently ranges from small to medium (18-to 22-count per one-pound clamshell)
- Quality is good; some soft fruit and early decay have been reported
- Suppliers will begin transitioning to the Santa Maria growing region in mid-September
Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.
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