Markets continue to rise as jumbo and extra-large sizes remain limited out of Mexico. Jumbo availability is better out of Peru via Miami ports.
Mexico
- Markon First Crop (MFC) Asparagus is available out of Baja; packer label is being substituted as needed
- Jumbo and extra-large stocks remain limited due to residual effects of weather and aging crowns; relief is expected over the next several weeks as new growing regions begin
- New‑crop Mexicali jumbo and extra‑large sizes are projected to begin crossing as early as next week, helping ease pressure on older growing regions currently experiencing shortages
- Size distribution remains skewed towards small and standard-sized spears
- Quality is poor to fair; undersized, dehydrated spears have been reported, as well as spreading/seeding tips
- The Caborca season will begin in mid- to late January, helping to alleviate current jumbo/extra-large shortages
- Expect higher pricing and availability of jumbo/extra-large sizes gradually improving as growing regions transition
Peru
- Supplies are plentiful out of Peru with better sizing profile; significantly higher volumes of jumbos are landing at East Coast ports
- FOB Miami pricing is generally cheaper than the West Coast
- Quality is good; spears are firm with minimal spreading/seeding, though Peruvian product is more aged after long ocean container transit
- Expect lower pricing than Mexico, but markets will generally follow the upward trend we are seeing out West
Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.
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