Red bell pepper supplies are tightening; prices are elevated. Green bell pepper supplies are slowly increasing in all regions. Markon First Crop (MFC) and Markon Essentials (ESS) Green and Red Bell Peppers are available.

Red Bells

• California desert supplies are tightening due to excessive heat accelerating the ripening process
• All sizes are available; quality is average
• The Bakersfield/Somis growing regions are expected to start July 8
• Canadian greenhouse supplies are improving; quality is excellent
• Expect elevated markets over the next two weeks

Green Bells

• The California season has transitioned to Bakersfield and supplies are increasing
• Larger sizes dominate availability; quality is good
• North Carolina suppliers are harvesting jumbo and extra-large stocks, but smaller sizes are scarce; quality is very good
• The Georgia season is finishing up with smaller sizes and average quality
• Regional summer crops will start in Kentucky, New Jersey, Ohio, and Pennsylvania around mid-July
• Expect slightly lower prices next week

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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