Florida tomato volume is falling due to recent cold weather. Demand for Mexican fruit has increased; expect prices to climb. Markon First Crop (MFC) Tomatoes are available.

Rounds

• Florida’s recent cold weather is slowing plant growth
• South Florida is expected to get freezing temperatures in the early mornings of this weekend

• • Temperatures this low will have an impact on growth
  • These temperatures could affect recent plantings scheduled for spring harvests

• Western Mexico’s moderate volume slowed after this past weekend’s cooler weather

• • Warmer weather (low 80s) is forecast for this week
  • Large sizes (4×5 and 5×5) are most abundant
• Expect higher markets over the next two weeks due to reduced Florida availability

Romas

• Low temperatures will limit supplies in Florida for several weeks; more cold weather is in the forecast this weekend
• Western Mexico’s peak season was pushed back one week due to cool weather over the weekend

• • Large sizes are most plentiful
  • Quality is good
• Supplies are snug in Central Mexico (crossing into South Texas)
• Prices will climb over the next two weeks

Grape and Cherry Varieties

• Low temperatures have reduced yields in Florida
• Expect limited production through January in Central Mexico
• Volume will ramp up in Western Mexico by late January as weather improves
• Expect higher markets this week

Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.

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