Looking for more of what's in season? Check out these highlights from the latest crops report by Salinas, Calif.-based Markon Cooperative to see items that check the boxes for price, quality and availability for the week of Aug. 1.
The market has eased; volume is high. New crop California desert production has begun. Large sizes dominate availability. Quality is very good; fruit is sweet and juicy.
Prices are near the bottom. California apricots will wind down later this month. Nectarines and peaches will remain available through mid-September. Sugar levels range from 10 to 12 Brix. Plums are on the market through mid-October. Expect sugar levels to range from 12 and 14 Brix. Georgia peaches are also available
on the East Coast.
Prices are low. Salinas Valley supplies are plentiful. Michigan production is underway. Seeder is an occasional problem. MFC Celery is available.
The market is low. Quality is very good; internal and fringe burn are occasional issues. MFC Premium Green Leaf Lettuce is available.
The market is low. Production is at its peak in Central Mexico. The Northern Baja season will get underway this week. Peruvian stocks are increasing (into Miami). MFC Asparagus is available.
Editor's note: This information is republished with permission from Salinas, Calif.-based Markon Cooperative's weekly crop report. See the full report here.