Bell pepper production is increasing in South Georgia. California is now the West Coast’s primary growing region for both green and red bell peppers. Markon First Crop (MFC) and Markon Essentials (ESS) Green and Red Bell Peppers are available.

Green Bells

• California growers are transitioning north from the Imperial Valley to the Bakersfield region this week
  • Recent strong demand has tightened volume
  • Choice grades dominate availability
• Mexico is shipping limited quantities into South Texas
• South Georgia production has increased and will run through June
• The North Carolina season will begin in mid-June
• Expect slightly lower markets over the next few weeks as new regions take hold

Red Bells

• California desert volume has increased this week due to recent warm, sunny weather
• Production has ended in Western Mexico, increasing demand for California peppers
• Supplies are limited in South Georgia
• Canadian greenhouses have moderate stocks due to recent cool weather
• Expect lower prices over the next two weeks

Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.

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