North America Edition
After nearly two weeks of uncertainty regarding Hurricane Lee’s expected path and strength, the storm finally weakened to a Category 2 and turned northward midweek. New England is braced for impact, with residents preparing for violent storms. Flash flood warnings have been issued for parts of Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts due to already saturated ground from rain earlier in the week.
Movement of blueberries out of Michigan is expected to decline as the season nears its end, and the last report has been issued. Movement of British Columbia Canada crossings through Northwest Washington is expected to decrease seasonally, with lighter shipments expected through September 23. Supplies are insufficient and in too few hands to establish a market, and the last report has been issued. The first report has been issued for Peru Imports arriving through Ports of Entry in Miami, Philadelphia, and New York areas via boat. Shipments are expected to increase as harvesting increases. Trading was active. Flats 12 1-pint cups with lids large 36.00-40.00.
Movement of blueberries from Oregon and Washington is expected to decrease seasonally, with lighter shipments expected to continue through September 23. Supplies are insufficient and in too few hands to establish a market. Quality is reported as variable, and the last report has been issued. The first report has been issued for blueberries from Mexico crossing through Arizona, California, and Texas. Movement is expected to increase seasonally, with current supplies insufficient and in too few hands to establish a market. Quality is reported as variable, and the first F.O.B. report is expected to be issued the week of October 1.
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Source: mymarketnews.ams.usda.gov
