Red bell pepper markets are higher due to increased holiday demand and cool rainy autumn weather in California. Markon First Crop (MFC) and Markon Essentials (ESS) Green and Red Bell Peppers are available.
Red Bells
- California’s Coachella season is underway
- Cooler weather (low 60s), and rain are lowering yields and slowing production
- Strong demand is pushing up markets
- Supplies are limited in Central Mexico; extra lead time is recommended
- Western Mexico’s main season will begin in late December
- The Canadian greenhouse season is ending, shifting demand to California
- Expect higher prices over the next two weeks
Green Bells
- California’s Coachella supplies are steady
- Cool weather is slowing fruit growth
- Rain and cool temperatures are forecast for this Friday, November 21
- Growers are harvesting early this week to fill orders
- Western Mexico’s new crop is getting a slow start; more yields are expected next week
- Central Mexico is shipping limited quantities into South Texas
- Florida production has begun in all regions
- Expect slightly higher prices this week
Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.
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