Tomato growing regions are recovering from last week’s severe weather. Round tomato markets have escalated due to limited supplies. Markon First Crop (MFC) Tomatoes are available.

California

• Growers report snug supplies as they battle the effects high temperatures
  • Extra grading is common due to heat-related quality issues
  • The San Joaquin Valley is experiencing milder weather (in the mid-90s F) this week
• Round tomatoes are tighter; markets are elevated
• Any future heatwaves could shorten the California season which typically runs until the end of September

Mexico

• Central/Eastern Mexican round and Roma production has been hindered by previous poor weather
• Grape and cherry tomato supplies from the Baja Peninsula are steady; quality is good

East Coast

• East Coast supplies are rebounding after heavy rains caused by Tropical Storm Debby
  • Quality has been impacted; additional grading is required in packhouses
  • Tennessee and North Carolina are shipping the bulk of supply
  • Romas volume is higher than round tomatoes
  • Virgina has good quality grape/cherry tomatoes despite recent storms
• Michigan local deals are underway with low volume and good quality
• Expect round prices to remain elevated and Romas to increase as demand shifts

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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