Markon First Crop (MFC) Onions are being shipped out of storage from Idaho, Oregon, Utah, and Washington.     

• Northwest onion quality is excellent; supplies possess solid, globe-like shape, and firm texture
  • Yellow onions have golden, cured skins
  • Red onion skins have set nicely with occasional papery layers
• Current demand has eased after the Thanksgiving holiday week; however, markets remain firm
• Expect steady pricing through December followed by an increase after the New Year as suppliers assess remaining volume
• Currently, Mexican onions are expected to start shipping in February, while the Texas domestic season is on track to begin in March
• California/Imperial Valley onions are estimated to start shipping in late April
• The New Mexico season is forecast to begin in early June

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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