Asparagus supplies remain critically short as production struggles to keep pace with demand across both Mexico and Peru. Jumbo and extra-large sizes are especially limited; overall size continues to skew heavily toward smaller spears. Expect significantly higher pricing, limited substitutions, and ongoing size restrictions.

Customers should plan for supply limitations, particularly on jumbo and extra-large size orders. Please communicate substitution flexibility as early as possible.

Mexico

• Markon First Crop (MFC) Asparagus is limited; packer label is being substituted as needed
• Jumbo and extra-large sizes remain extremely limited and are expected to remain scarce until early next year
• Size continues to skew heavily toward small and standard spears, limiting availability of larger grades
• Production is gradually increasing and will continue to build throughout September
• Persistent heat in Southern Baja has also impacted overall yields
• Quality ranges from fair to good, with primary concerns including:
  • Undersizing
  • Dehydration and wrinkled spears

Peru (into South Florida)

• Peruvian supplies remain limited as warmer-than-normal growing conditions continue to suppress yields
• Jumbo and extra-large supplies remain extremely tight, with production heavily weighted toward small, standard, and large sizes
• Warm conditions are expected to persist into the upcoming Peruvian summer months
• New crop quality is generally good from southern growing districts

Expect elevated markets, restricted availability, and continued challenges sourcing jumbo and extra-large sizes.

Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.

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