Elevated temperatures are forecast across Mexico’s Northern growing regions this week; pricing and quality defects are expected to rise.
Mexico
- Markon First Crop (MFC) Asparagus is available
- Temperatures are forecast to rise 15-20 degrees above normal levels through early next week
- Quality is expected to be affected; feathered tips, wrinkling, dehydration, and seed development are common heat-related defects
- Standard and large spears are most abundant; jumbo and extra-large sizes remain tight
- Expect higher pricing and an uptick in quality issues through the rest of this month
Peru
- Peruvian suppliers are preparing for their next marketable cycle of supplies, as Mexican shipments start to slow this month
- Initial stocks of air-freight Peruvian asparagus are expected to land in the U.S. this weekend
- Quality is fair; shelf-life is generally shorter due to longer transit times
- Expect minimal Peruvian availability until the start of April
- Pricing is generally higher than in Mexico
Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.
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