CALIFORNIA - The lemon market remained generally steady during the June 10th week, supported by light supplies and fairly good demand, according to the USDA's National FOB Review.
California's South and Central District reported light supplies across the category, with demand holding at fairly good levels. The market was described as about steady as growers and shippers continued moving fruit across a range of sizes.
Shippers First Grade lemons saw the strongest pricing in mid-sized cartons. Prices for 95s ranged from $32.55 to $41.60, mostly $35.75 to $39.35, while 115s ranged from $34.55 to $41.60, mostly $37.50 to $40.35. Larger sizes also remained firm, with 140s ranging from $35.55 to $40.35 and 165s from $36.10 to $41.35.
Shippers Choice fruit continued to offer buyers a lower-priced alternative, with 95s ranging from $28.35 to $35.60 and 115s from $30.55 to $35.60.
Overall, the latest USDA National FOB Review points to a balanced lemon market, with light supplies providing support while demand remains consistent.
We'll continue monitoring market conditions as California's season progresses.
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