The California Valencia crop is dominated by large sizes; small fruit (113- and 138-count oranges) remains limited. With many schools starting in the next two to three weeks, small-size fruit will become extremely scarce. Size and grade substitutions may be necessary to fill orders; offshore fruit is an option during this time.

California

• Markon First Crop (MFC) and Markon Essentials (ESS) Valencia Oranges are available
• Supplies are dominated by large sizes (56- to 88-count packs); smaller sizes (113- to 138-count cartons) are limited
• Expect 113- and 138-count oranges to become extremely scarce once schools start

• Prolonged heat in California’s San Joaquin Valley has caused some re-greening in oranges (see attached flyer)
• Initial reports project California Navels will begin shipping in mid- to late October
• Expect steady yet elevated markets and extremely limited supplies of all small fruit through early October

Chile

• Oranges are being imported into both the East and West Coasts

• Supplies are increasing week over week
• Quality is great; sugar levels range from 12-13 Brix
• Large sizes dominate shipments

South Africa

• South African fruit is being imported into the East Coast
• Supplies are increasing week over week
• Quality is great; sugar levels range from 10-14 Brix
• The availability of 105- to 125-count packs is limited

Regreening Flyer

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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