Central American cantaloupe and honeydew stocks remain limited but are increasing; prices are slightly lower.

Cantaloupe

Central America

• Central American cantaloupe volume is slowly rising; prices are slightly lower
• Tropical Storm Sara impacted Central America in late November, disrupting crops
• Delayed vessels and port congestion are causing occasional delays
• Size will vary by shipment and grower; Markon may recommend substitutions based on availability
• Expect yields to slowly increase over the next three weeks, returning to near-normal levels in March (barring any unforeseen weather events)
• Markets will ease as volume climbs

Honeydew

Central America/Mexico

• Central American honeydew volume is increasing; markets are easing
• Tropical Storm Sara impacted Central America in late November
• Delayed vessels and port congestion are causing occasional delays
• Central American volume is increasing as growers move into replanted lots and secondary growing regions
• Mexican volume (crossing into Nogales, Arizona) is increasing weekly, helping offset demand for offshore fruit
• Size will vary by shipment and grower; size substitutions may be recommended based on availability
• Expect volume to slowly increase over the next three weeks, returning to near-normal levels in March (barring any unforeseen weather events)
• Prices are inching down

Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.

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