Red bell pepper prices are active; volume is low, while demand for Mexican supplies has increased. Strong demand is also driving up green bell pepper markets. Markon First Crop (MFC) and Markon Essentials (ESS) Green and Red Bell Peppers are available.

Red Bells

• Mexican supplies have tightened as growers end production in winter fields
  • Choice grades are the most readily available
  • New crop harvests are expected to start over the next week
  • Expect No. 1 grade stocks to increase
• Quality is mixed depending on the field and grower
• Volume is low in Central Mexico (crossing in South Texas)
• Expect minimal supplies out of Florida due to the recent freeze
• Markets are active and will continue to climb over the next week

Green Bells

• Florida yields are down after the recent freeze
  • Volume should increase in late February
  • Overall quality is good
• West Mexican supplies have moderately increased due to better weather this week, but demand is strong due to tight Florida supplies
• Volume is steady in Central Mexico (crossing into South Texas)
• Expect higher markets over the next two weeks

Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.

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