Growers have begun shipping new crop California Navels in a limited manner this week. Large-size oranges (56- through 88-count fruit) will be limited, but better availability is forecast once the harvest is in full swing.

California  

• Markon First Crop (MFC) and Markon Essentials (ESS) Navel Oranges are available 
• Large sizes (56- and 88-count fruit) are limited; smaller sizes (113- and 138-count fruit) are plentiful
• Expect to make size and grade substitutions on large sizes to fill orders in full

• Navel quality is good; light-colored fruit has been reported

• Valencia quality is fair; early decay and scarring are being reported
• Expect easing markets and increased supplies

Mexico

• The season is in full swing; (supplies are crossings into Texas)
• The Early seeded orange variety is being shipped through Edinburg, Texas
• Quality is good; yellow color has been reported
• Expect easing markets as the new crop California Navel season is underway

Florida

• The new crop Hamlin season has begun in a limited manner and will run through June 2024
• Supplies are dominated by 138-count and smaller sizes
• The majority of fruit will be choice and standard grades

Texas

• Oranges will begin shipping the week of November 13
• Navels will be the predominate variety on the market, but Early oranges will be available also

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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