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California garlic harvest will begin by mid-June, but COVID-19-related demand is expected to keep market conditions firm in the weeks ahead.

Harding’s Market and Musso Farms are new companies to the Market. Aztecavo SAPI de CV, De Palma Farms Inc., Migliorelli Farm, Paul Steinberg Associates Inc., Santa Maria Wholesale Produce Corp. and others have updates.

Avocados saw a resurgence in early May, according to the Hass Avocado Board’s latest report on sales during the pandemic.

A University of Florida survey on COVID-19’s effects on the state’s agriculture industry shows that most operations continue to operate, and expect to weather the long-term effects of the pandemic.

Santa Barbara,Calif.-based Apeel Sciences has announced $250 million in new financing, and endorsements from Oprah Winfrey and Katy Perry. The financial boosts brings the company’s valuation to more than $1 billion.

Haitian mangoes maintained their lead on The Packer’s PMG the week of May 18, and cherries claimed the second spot.

Abound Logistics LLC, Heras, Holland Produce Company Inc., Ryder Farms, and Taiwah Trading Corporation are new companies to the Market. Moser Fruit Tree Sales Inc., Musgrave Orchard and others have updates.

New package options are on tap for McFarland, Calif.-based Pretty Lady Vineyards.

Yakima, Wash.-based Domex Superfresh Growers has introduced Super Cherry, a jumbo cherry label.

Blame it on the coronavirus.