Bell pepper supplies remain adequate as growers work through remaining winter crops. Markon First Crop (MFC) and Markon Essentials (ESS) Green and Red Bell Peppers are available.

Green Bells

• Mexican stocks are meeting demand
  • Quality is good with occasional bruising
  • Spring production is expected to start in mid-March
• Florida growers have moderate winter volume; favorable weather has improved quality
• Expect markets to increase slightly over the next week

Red Bells

• Mexican supplies are tight; however, should increase with more sunny weather in Culiacan
• Overall quality is good; off shape and wind scarring are occasional issues
• Expect prices to remain steady next week

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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