After a period of easing markets, lime prices are rising. Markon First Crop (MFC) and Markon Essentials (ESS) Limes remain available.
Mexico (into South Texas)
- Demand from upcoming holidays has pushed markets up
- Due to lack of rainfall in the major growing regions, 200-count and smaller limes make up 80% of available supply
- Quality is fair with discoloration and scarring occasionally present; continued high heat has put stress on the fruit and slightly lowered juice content
- Delays at the border are expected today (May 1) in observance of Labor Day in Mexico
- Prices will increase into next week as supply tightens
Colombia
- Large sizes (110 and 150-count) are more available
- More favorable weather has produced great quality and high juice content
- Pricing is trending down, but still higher than Mexican product
Hawaii
- Significant rains in April created harvest delays
- Supplies are set to increase next week due to groves starting to become accessible
- Fruit is showing superior juice content, but stylar end breakdown has been reported
Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.
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