News and Stories

Blackberries

• California is the primary growing region
  • The majority of supplies are currently being grown in the Salinas/Watsonville area
  • The season has peaked and is beginning to downtrend
  • Warmer nights have sped up ripening times causing some softness and concerns for bleeding issues
  • Prices are steady but poised to rise for September
• The Mexican season has begun in a light way; supplies will slowly ramp up through September
  • Product is now available for loading in South Texas
  • New crop quality is good
  • Prices are lower than domestic supplies

Blueberries

• The Pacific Northwest is the primary growing area: Oregon, Washington, British Columbia are all in season
  • The season will go through September
  • Quality is lower than normal due to recent heat and humidity; softness is a concern
  • The market is inching up
• Michigan is also in season with adequate supply
  • The season will go through September
  • Quality is stronger than the Pacific Northwest with firmer texture
  • The market is inching up
• The import season will begin in September
  • Expect elevated prices in four to six weeks once Argentina, Chile, Peru, and Uruguay fruit hit the market

Raspberries

• California is the primary growing region
  • Supplies are ample
  • Quality is good; recent heat and humidity have caused sporadic arrival issues
  • Prices will remain steady
• The Mexican season will begin mid-September

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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