Australian Stone Fruit Will Be Available for Export in W48

Heavy rain and hail storms in Victoria this W46 have reduced the quality of the Australian stone fruit by increasing skin damage, resulting in smaller sizes and lower Brix levels due to the temperature. Polar Light White Nectarines Varieties have a Brix of less than eight, and the current sizes are less than 50mm. In W48, the stone fruit will be available for export as the forecast shows warmer weather. The pre-season prices of stone fruit range from FOB USD 5.50-6.50/kg.