The strawberry market is erratic. Yields are down as the Santa Maria and Salinas/Watsonville seasons have passed their peaks. Temperatures are expected to drop from recent high levels. Color is darker than normal due to the heat, but overall quality remains good.

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 40-45 in 4/2-pound pack (small to medium)

• Occasional light scarring and a few white shoulders are being reported

• Expect markets to slowly decline

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 32-37 in 4/2-pound pack (medium to large)
• Fanning, misshaped berries, and light mildew are being reported
• Expect markets to slowly decline

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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