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UPDATE: ONIONS

June 17, 2021

Markon First Crop (MFC) Red and Yellow Onions are available in California, New Mexico, and Washington.    
 
California

  • MFC Red and Yellow Onions are shipping out of the San Joaquin Valley  
  • The crop favors medium to jumbo sizes; colossal and super colossal stocks are adequate

New Mexico

  • MFC Red and Yellow Onions in New Mexico are readily available
  • The crop is dominated by medium and jumbo sizes; large supplies are increasing   
  • Packer label Mexican onions are also on the market

Washington

  • The Washington storage season for MFC Onions will end June 25  
  • Expect diminished quality in remaining storage shipments  
  • Onions will have golden, cured skins, but may be softer than early and mid-season stocks
  • Problems may include occasional internal decay, mold, and multiple centers/hearts

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.
 
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