Florida tomato crops have been heavily affected by the recent freezing temperatures. Demand will shift to Mexican fruit; higher prices are expected over the next two months. Markon First Crop (MFC) Tomatoes are available.

Rounds

• Supplies have been impacted by the freeze in Homestead, Florida
  • The tops of the plants were damaged by the freezing temperatures, but the middle and lower parts were not
  • Growers can harvest fruit from the middle and bottom areas of these plants
• The worst weather occurred in Immokalee, Florida; some growers here are reporting 100% crop loss

• Expect limited availability in Florida for the next two months
• Demand has shifted to Western Mexico, where supplies are sufficient; large sizes (4×5 & 5×5) are the most abundant
• Expect higher markets over the next two weeks due to tight stocks in Florida

Romas

• Expect limited supplies in Florida; Homestead and Immokalee were severely impacted
• Western Mexico will have plentiful supplies through February
  • All sizes are available
  • Quality is good
• Volume is fairly steady in Central Mexico (crossing into South Texas)
• Prices will climb over the next two weeks due to strong demand

Grape & Cherry Varieties

• Freezing temperatures have reduced yields in Florida
• Mexican stocks are moderate due to previous poor weather, bu quality is good
• Demand will shift towards Mexico over the next few weeks
• Expect higher prices

Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.

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