2/9/2021 By Dan WinieckeStrawberry production was much heavier in fresh market volumes in 2020 than it was in processing volumes. Higher prices in each of these areas occurred along with this.
2/9/2021 By Dan WinieckeCurrent cold storage volumes of many fruits are below the ten year average. Blueberry is an exception to this.
2/9/2021 By Dan WinieckeCold storage inventory of strawberry remains low in the U.S. Other areas of the world are also short. This will impact pricing for fruit in California in 2021.
2/9/2021 By Dan WinieckeCalifornia has increased in acreage of winter producing strawberry this year. This should lead to greater fruit volumes being available if weather patterns are favorable.
2/9/2021 By Dan WinieckeThe areas planted to strawberry in Mexico, Florida, and California are reported to have increased this year. There are some factors in each area that may limit the impact of the extra acreage on volume.