Monterey Co. crop values rise 13.1% in 2022

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Monterey County (CA) crop values rose 13.1 percent from 2021 to 2022 to $4.6 billion.

“Significant” volume increase expected as Chilean citrus arrivals start in the U.S.

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Last season's rains helped to alleviate the water deficit, especially in the Coquimbo region, so the Chilean Citrus Committee anticipates good sizing. The cool autumn nights and warm days have also had a positive impact on color and Brix.

Strawberry demand pushes up prices

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Strawberry demand remains strong, and California growers may not be able to keep up with it thanks to recent weather problems.

Tomato prices likely to rise

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Rain in the Northeast and Southeast U.S. and Mexico has slowed tomato harvests, and water restrictions in California have led to less volume.

Tight lime market expected in August

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Lime prices are rising and may keep going as supplies become less available.

Desert lettuce starts with high quality

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With the transition from Salinas and Huron, CA, to desert regions complete, growers report excellent lettuce quality, but prices will likely remain high until after Thanksgiving.

Demand remains strong as crops transition to desert

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California crops are winding down in Central growing areas and preparing for the desert season, but an FDA food safety investigation looms over the industry.

California lettuce, leaf prices keep rising

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Prices on many leaf and lettuce items from the Salinas, CA, area keep rising for a variety of reasons from bad weather to soil diseases to strong demand.

Summer heat leaves lasting effects on California vegetables

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The August heat wave amidst the wildfires has a lasting effect on California vegetables, leading to volatile markets.

Salinas crops continue to see effects from fires

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The fires near Salinas, CA, growing regions in August continue to cause problems for growers, even after many have been contained.