News and Stories

California’s strawberry quality and supply challenges persist. Prices continue to increase; expect elevated markets for the next two weeks.
 
Santa Maria

• Markon First Crop Strawberries are available
• Current quality challenges include bleeding, bruising, softness, and decay
• Cold-chain management remains a vital component in maximizing shelf-life

Mexico

• Markon Best Available Strawberries are available
• The Mexican season is ramping up slowly
• Expect low volume to start, due to warm weather

Florida

• Florida strawberries have begun to enter the market
• Volume should ramp up the week of November 30

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information
 
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