Asparagus markets remain active as production transitions from Southern Baja to Central Mexico. Expect elevated pricing and firm markets through July.
Mexico
- Markon First Crop (MFC) Asparagus is available; packer label is being substituted as needed
- Production is ending in Southern Baja production is closing
- Harvests are increasing in Central Mexico and should reach seasonal peak volume by late July
- Central Mexico will be the primary production region through August before supplies transition back to Southern Baja.
- Jumbo and extra-large sizes are limited and expected to stay snug throughout the summer
- Quality is good; monsoonal rainfall has resulted in occasional reports of slimy tips and early decay out of Central Mexico
- Expect strong markets with elevated pricing through July
Peru (into South Florida)
- Import volume into Miami remains steady from Northern Peru
- Northern Peru will be the primary production region through mid-September; at that point, harvests will transition back to Southern Peru
- This year’s El Nino weather patterns have caused a sustained warming trend through the Peruvian winter season
- Higher-than-average temperatures have reduced yields and created occasional quality challenges
- Quality ranges from average to good; some lots are exhibiting dehydration and feathered tips
- Expect elevated markets through July as Mexico transitions production regions and Peruvian supplies face seasonal challenges
Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.
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