East Coast winter storms are affecting Florida green bean supplies; prices are escalating. Ready-Set-Serve (RSS) Trimmed Green Beans are available.
- Florida markets are reacting to recent cold weather that has placed significant pressure on crops and tightened supplies
- Recent cold snaps have caused crop losses in LaBelle and the lake regions
- Current production is limited out of Homestead and Immokalee
- Growers are expected to begin covering plants with protective frost cloth this Thursday and Friday; consequently, production will slow down significantly
- A potential Florida supply gap is forecast in early February, likely keeping availability constrained for several weeks
- Mexican supplies are meeting demand from both the Puebla and Sinaloa growing regions
- Demand is steady, but expected to rise as buyers shift away from weather-affected Florida
- Quality is expected to remain strong for the month of February
- Guatemala growers are shipping limited quantities into South Texas and Florida
- Quality is excellent due to optimal growing conditions
- Extra lead time is required due to long transit times
- Expect persistently high prices, especially out of the Florida growing region
Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.
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