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Oxnard:
Weather in our Oxnard region started off mild and temperate at the beginning of the week and has since cooled down into the high 50s-low - 60s with nighttime lows in the low 40s. We had light precipitation this morning and are expecting a series of showers potentially next Thursday and Friday, which could end up lingering a few days after that as well. We will continue to monitor forecasts as necessary. Our quality is very good at the moment, with San Andreas mostly 16-18 count and 95% color. There are some green shoulders here and there but nothing significant, this is primarily due to the cooler temperatures we have had the last few days. Fronteras is even larger at 14-16 count with numbers to increase the next few weeks. Labor is not an issue at this time and quality is remaining consistent.
Mexico:
In general, all growing regions will continue the next 7-10 days with mild weather and partly cloudy skies. Highs will be in the 80s and nighttime lows will be in the mid-40s depending on the region. Maravatio may experience some rainfall and slightly cooler temperatures.
Strawberries:
Conventional strawberries will be in peak production over the following four weeks. The production, in general, has been delayed by the previous weather conditions. Sayulita is one of the varieties that was affected by this the most. However, some growers had less density of plants, and because of this, do not have the same concerns as those that have high density. Overall, the quality of the fruit should remain good with only minor defects at this time. We are awaiting certification for organic strawberries and should be back on track soon with organic production.
Blackberries:
Blackberry quality is looking good and weather should allow both volume and quality to remain consistent. Fruit looks nice and firm - we are having some red cell here and there but nothing significant. Packs are being kept clean and crews are doing a good job. We did have some showers last week that slowed down the production, but there is no rain forecasted for the next 15 days which will be positive for the crop.
Raspberries:
We had strong winds last week that affected the macro tunnels. Because of this, growers were forced to reduce the packing time because they had to repair the fields due to the repercussions from the weather. Fruit quality has since changed in the plants due to intense, cold winds and exposure to the sun. However, quality overall remains relatively the same with no severe defects to report. The volume for the next weeks will remain consistent with the exception of some ranches in the Michoacan region, which took a bigger 'hit' from the weather. We are still assessing damages from frost last week, which could affect future crops due to damage on the flower set. As far as organics go, volume and quality has remained consistent despite weather conditions.
Blueberries:
Blueberry volumes are increasing every week and quality and size is looking great. Organic blueberries will ramp up rapidly over the next week, and after that, continue on with slow increases each week moving forward. Quality is consistent and crops are looking great.
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Florida:
We're warming back up in Florida over the next 7-10 days with temperatures expected to be in the low-mid 80s and slight chances of rainfall, but low percentages at this time. Nighttime temperatures are projected to be in the 60s. Following this immediate warming trend, we anticipate temperatures to drop back down into the 70s and 50s at night. Quality is good, and Brilliance counts are ranging in the low 20s with 95% color. Sensations are looking really good, slightly lighter (but this is just a characteristic of the variety), and counts are in the high teens. Organics are generally in the mid-low 20s range for counts, 90% color and looking really good in quality. We continue to have no issues with labor.
For up-to-date weather conditions in all of our growing regions, click on the region below. Wunderground.com is our go-to weather resource for fast and reliable weather updates.
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Strawberry Raspberry Peach Green Smoothie
Chick-Fil-A-Market- Berry Salad Dupe
Pan Seared Snapper with Blueberry Chimichurri
