Bell pepper supplies are snug due to recent heat waves across the country. Demand has increased and markets are elevated. Markon First Crop (MFC) and Markon Essentials (ESS) Green Bell Peppers are available; MFC and ESS Red Bell Peppers are limited.

Green Bells

• California’s recent heat wave (110F +) slowed production and overall yields in Fresno area
  • Quality is good and all sizes are available
  • The Hollister growing region will start July 22
• North Carolina’s recent high temperatures has reduced production and accelerated fruit ripening process
  • Quality is average with suntan colors prevalent
• Smaller regional deals in Kentucky and New Jersey are underway with light volume
• Ohio and Michigan regional deals will start over the next 7-10 days
• Expect elevated markets the next 10 days until new northern growing regions (Michigan, Ohio, Canada) are well established

Red Bells

• California experienced 10 days of very hot temperatures (+110F) which accelerated the ripening process, supplies are limited
  • Extra time is being spent in the packing houses to grade out softer fruit
  • Quality is average, over ripeness and blossom rot has been observed by production crews
• Canadian greenhouse supply is seeing some improvement however overall volume is down this year due to disease concerns/pull crops
• Central Mexico has steady light volume; expect better volume when new crops start at the end of July
• Markon recommends quick inventory turns at this time
• Expect continued elevated prices over the next two weeks

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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