Green bell pepper prices have increased due to strong demand. Markon First Crop and Markon Essentials  Green and Red Bell Peppers are available.

Green Bells

• Mexican supplies have tightened this week due recent cool/rainy weather
  • All sizes are available, but extra-large peppers are snug
  • Quality is good: scarring and weak walls are issues in some lots
• Florida is transitioning from older crops to newer winter fields in the southern region

• • Some lots show signs of bruising and decay at pack out
  • New crop quality is very good
• Prices are rising

Red Bells

• Mexican stocks are consistent
  • Volume is set to increase in January
  • All sizes are available
  • Quality is good
• The East Coast does not produce many colored peppers
• Prices are expected to slightly decrease over the next one to two weeks

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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