The demand has increased on smaller sizes, which will most likely tend to push prices higher. The lighter supply is primarily due to the seeder problems the growers are dealing with at this time. This should continue to be the normal until the northern district begins to harvest around mid June. We are basically finished packing regular navels for the season with cleanup continuing this week. Valencia oranges are now available in all growing areas except Yuma.
Quality is very good.
Re-greening isn't a factor. Fruit is expected to be extremely pebbly this year, although, many lots that have been packed so far are fairly smooth skinned. The market is showing some activity on larger fruit, as small fruit is rather tight. Lemons - District 2 lemons are the only lemons being shipped at this time. Loading is still being done in the Central Valley to consolidate with oranges.