Florida’s cold temperatures are expected to slow production and increase markets. Markon First Crop (MFC) and Markon Essentials (ESS) Green and Red Bell Peppers are available.

Green Bells

• Florida production is expected to slow due to abnormally low temperatures; early mornings will be in the mid to high 30s
• Mexico has a steady supply of good quality fruit shipping from the Sinaloa region (crossing into Nogales, AZ)
• Central Mexico (crossing into South Texas) has steady volume
• Expect slightly higher prices over the next week

Red Bells

• Mexico’s Culiacan growing region experienced some rain over the weekend, briefly decreasing production
• Quality is very good; all sizes are available
• Expect better growing conditions this week and better yields heading into the weekend
• Central Mexico (crossing in South Texas) has steady, low availability
• Expect steady prices over the next week

Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.

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