Domex Superfresh Growers Anticipating Large Apricot Crop
Domex Superfresh Growers is welcoming an unusually large quantity of its vintage Washington State apricot crop this season. The industry reports an estimate of approximately 5,900 tons of fruit which will be the second largest crop in the past 13 years.
“Domex will begin shipping by the third week of June through the end of July. Volume for the season could be approximately 20% of the industry’s estimated 500,000 boxes. Perfections, Rivals, Goldstrike and Robada will account for the majority of the varieties shipped and will also include a smaller organic program with a limited shipping window the first two weeks of July,” stated Howard Nager, vice president of marketing for Domex Superfesh Growers.
Although the majority of this season’s crop will remain domestic, Domex will be exporting to Canada and Mexico as well. The company will ship a variety of sizes in a 15-pound pack, 24-pound volume filled cases and 1.6-pound poly bags.
“Apricots bring the taste of summer to consumers with their vibrant color and tangy-sweet taste. We see a large percentage of retailers across both the U.S. and Canada featuring Apricots in ads and promotions”, added Nager, “They are ideal for baking, making preserves or eaten as a delicious, nutritious snack. They are fat-free, sodium free and are high in Vitamin A and C and as well as being a good source of potassium. We are looking forward to sharing the great taste of Washington Apricots this season!”
