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Later start, good quality from Kern County crops
April 24, 2019
Growers in California’s Kern County say their vegetable and fruit crops typically are starting a week or so later than usual this spring, but ample rainfall and plenty of chill hours during the winter should result in abundant supplies and very good quality this spring. Here’s a look at some of the county’s major commodities. Grapes Table grapes are the No. 1 item grown in Kern County, according to the Kern County agricultural commissioner. This year’s grape crop should…
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Salinas volume lighter due to rain
April 24, 2019
Crops of spring vegetables and berries are emerging after the winter’s rainy and chilly conditions, and growers are expecting California’s Salinas Valley to explode with activity in the next weeks. Coastline Family Farms in Salinas, Calif., is finishing up spring vegetables such as broccoli and cauliflower, lettuces and some herbs that winter in Brawley, Calif., said salesman Mark McBride. He anticipates harvesting on the Central Coast to start in the next 10 days. “Overall, by the 15th (of…
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San Joaquin Valley cherry farmers expect record harvest
April 24, 2019
If the weather continues to cooperate until harvest, next month, it could be a record year for San Joaquin Valley Cherry Farmers. However, farmers are concerned there may not be enough labor to get the cherries off the trees when harvest time does come around. For cherry farmers like Jeff Ferrari, all eyes are on the weather after two seasons of unfavorable conditions. The trees are healthy, producing an unusual amount of fruit on the branches. With three more…
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Almost time for South African citrus exports to resume
April 24, 2019
The South African citrus season is just around the corner and Summer Citrus from South Africa is preparing for the first shipments which are due to begin at the end of May. South African fruit is likely to become available in the US from early to mid-June. In terms of citrus varieties, easy peelers will be the first available, followed closely by Navel oranges. "Summer Citrus from South Africa will be arriving in early to mid-June, perfect timing as…
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Strawberry volume in Santa Maria increasing as Oxnard declines
April 23, 2019
California strawberry production continues its northerly track as Oxnard begins to see a decline in volume. At the same time, fields in Santa Maria are coming online with overall production increasing day by day. This means that California strawberry supplies are set to remain steady. However, suppliers say that fruit quality is declining out of Oxnard as the last of the season's fruit is harvested. "After several weeks of strong production in Oxnard, California, overall pack-outs will begin to…
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