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UPDATE: Lemons

August 07, 2017

The lemon market is easing; prices are lower. Although California supplies are slowing down, Chilean and Mexican lemons are on the market resulting in ample supplies.

  • Markon First Crop (MFC) and Markon Essentials (ESS) Lemons from California are available; MFC and ESS Lemons from Mexico will be available the week of August 14
  • The Mexican lemon season is ramping up
    • Packer label supplies are available for loading in California and South Texas
    • The season will continue into December
  • Chilean supplies are available on the East and West Coast
  • Prices are comparable to domestic supplies
  • Imports will be available through December
  • Expect ample supplies and steady-to-lower markets for the next several weeks

Please contact your customer service representative for more information.

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