Massive Jump in Apricot Output
WASHINGTON - Jul 11/19 - SNS -- The 2019 apricot crop is forecast at 64,500 tons, up 63% from last year, according to the latest USDA production forecast for 2019.
In California, growers reported good conditions with sufficient chill hours and additional precipitation this year. In Washington, some growers reported freeze damage from low February temperatures.
Apricots Production - States and United States: 2018 and Forecasted July 1, 2019
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: Total production
State :-----------------------------------------------------------
: 2018 : 2019
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: tons
:
California ............: 31,700 58,000
Washington ............: 7,850 6,500
:
United States .........: 39,550 64,500
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