Unlike some recent years, favorable growing conditions has California stone fruit growers and shippers optimistic about a good start to the season in late May.
Stone fruit growers were hit hard by Hurricane Hilary in August 2023. They are hoping this year will provide a long season with strong volumes and a good water supply, similar to 2024.
A rainy March has brought much-needed rain to the state. The snowpack in the mountains guarantees a good supply of water for irrigation during summer, as lakes and rivers should maintain strong levels.
Stone fruit grower Mountain View Fruit Sales expects similar volumes from last year.
March 2025 had cooler weather than a year ago which slowed the crop some. However, the season is expected to ramp up in late May, with shipments occurring through the middle of October, weather permitting.
The initial estimate for the season looks very close to last year’s total volume.
Some of the heaviest volume is expected leading up to Memorial Day and for the summer holidays.
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