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UPDATE: BELL PEPPERS

July 15, 2025

Markon First Crop (MFC) and Markon Essentials (ESS) Green and Red Bell Peppers are limited; packer label is being substituted as needed.

Green Bells

  • Volume has increased in New Jersey, but demand is strong
  • The Michigan season is delayed but should begin within a week to 10 days
  • Ohio production is behind schedule but should start shipping limited stocks early next week and increased supplies over the next two weeks
  • California’s Bakersfield season is winding down; demand is strong
  • The Fresno and Ventura, California regions will start production this week
  • Yields are steady out of Central Mexico (crossing into South Texas); quality is good
  • Expect higher markets over the next two to three weeks

Red Bells

  • Production is increasing in Bakersfield, California; prices have stabilized
  • Central Mexico is shipping low volume; quality is average
  • Canadian greenhouse is low due to recent heat waves
  • Expect steady markets over the next week

Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.

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