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UPDATE: Oranges
August 24, 2018
Domestic California Valencia orange supplies are limited, especially 88-count and smaller sizes. Limited quantities of 88-count and smaller domestic Valencias will be on the market into October; offshore Navels will be supplemented as needed to fill all orders. Prices will continue to rise.
- Markon First Crop and Markon Essentials Valencia Oranges are sporadic; packer label supplies are being substituted as needed
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Offshore oranges from Australia, Chile, Morocco, South Africa, and Uruguay will be substituted to meet summer and fall demand
- Offshore oranges are increasing on both coasts
- Imports are dominated by 88-count and larger sizes, as well as fancy grade; fruit will have PLU stickers
- Early Texas Navels will be available in September
- Mexican oranges will be on the market in November
- Domestic Navels are forecast to be available in October
Please contact your customer service representative for more information.
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