Western green bell pepper harvesting is transitioning from California to Mexico; Florida production remains stable. Red bell pepper markets are elevated; cool autumn weather is reducing supplies. Markon First Crop (MFC) and Markon Essentials (ESS) Green and Red Bell Peppers are available.

Green Bells

• California’s Coachella season will wind down over the next week
  • Choice grades are most abundant
  • Cool weather is slowing growth

• Western Mexico’s volume is increasing
  • Extra-large sizes are tightening
  • Quality is very good
• Choice-grade and medium-sized stocks are more plentiful out of Central Mexico (crossing into South Texas)
• Florida production is steady; quality is good
• Expect steady to lower prices over the next week

Red Bells

• California’s Coachella region has experienced cooler weather and rain
  • Quality is average
  • Cool evenings (45F) are reducing yields
• Supplies are limited in Central Mexico; extra lead time is recommended
• Western Mexico’s main season will begin in late December; expect low volume at the start
• The Canadian greenhouse season is finished
• Expect higher prices over the next two weeks due to upcoming transitions

Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.

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