South Georgia production has declined over the last week as the season winds down and steady rains persist; markets are increasing quickly. California’s Bakersfield region is in mid-season for green bells, while reds are expected to start at the end of June. Markon First Crop (MFC) and Markon Essentials (ESS) Green and Red Bell Peppers are available.

Green Bells

• Production in South Georgia has slowed down, and harvesting has been delayed due to recent rains
  • The current forecast predicts more rain this week, which will further postpone harvesting
  • The Georgia season will continue for a couple of weeks, but will be very limited due to recent weather
  • Quality is mixed
  • The North Carolina season has started its growing season, in a light way; quality is very good
• California’s Bakersfield growing region has consistent production with good quality
  • Demand for California pepper is rapidly rising
  • The Fresno and coastal regions are expected to start harvesting in mid-July
• Central Mexico (crossing in S. Texas), the supply is due to new fields in the Coahuila growing region; quality is good
• Expect higher markets due to lower supplies on the East Coast

Red Bells

• California desert’s volume remains steady as they harvest their final crops of the season; transition will occur in late June
  • Overall quality is good
  • Bakersfield will start with light volume at the end of June
• Stocks are limited in South Georgia
• Canadian greenhouses have consistent production and good quality
• Expect prices to remain steady this week with the possibility of more active markets in late June/early July

Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.

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