News and Stories

Celery

• California’s Central Coast weather has been warm during the day, but cooler at night, slowing maturity
• Both commodity and value-added yields remain low
• Production is expected to start in Michigan in July; overall stocks will increase at that time
• Mexican product is also on the market, but volume is low

Limes

• Rain in the main growing region of Martinez de la Torre, Veracruz will delay harvesting and slow production, reducing shipments into the U.S. next week
• Weather-related quality issues such as oil spotting and stylar will increase
• Markon recommends ordering for quick turns

Onions

• New Mexico’s Hatch Valley growing region received more than three inches of rain this week
• High temperatures and dry conditions will increase volume by early next week
• Onions will require extra time to wash and dry at processing sheds, resulting in loading delays
• Lead-time and flexibility will be needed for order coverage

Seedless Lemons

• Domestic fruit is available year-round
• Supplies typically tighten in June/July, when Oxnard, California is the main growing region
• Size structure is comparable to conventional lemons, depending on weather
• Prices typically range from $3.00 to $5.00 per case

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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