Tomatoes are extremely limited; demand exceeds supply. Florida’s freezing temperatures killed many acres last month; Mexican yields are also low. Markon First Crop (MFC) Tomatoes are limited; packer label may be substituted as needed.

Rounds

• Mexico’s main growing region of Sinaloa is winding down earlier than in previous years due to poor weather and disease pressure
  • Overall volume is low and unable to meet current demand
  • Quality has been inconsistent; additional grading is required at pack out
  • The upcoming Holy week (March 30 -April 5) will reduce labor and overall production
• Florida supplies are extremely tight following recent freezing temperatures, strong winds, and frost damage
  • Quality is fair; additional grading is required at pack out
  • Expect extremely snug supplies until mid- to late April
  • South Florida is expected to see a slight increase in volume in two weeks, but overall stocks will remain limited
• Due to very tight supplies, size and variety substitutions must be considered, especially for Roma orders
• Expect high prices over the next two weeks when new crop harvesting gets underway in late April

Romas

• Mexican supplies are snug due to the recent heat wave; increased disease pressure is lowering yields
  • Medium sizes are most readily available
  • Quality is average
• Florida stocks will remain limited until mid- to late April
• Quality is fair; higher grading is required
• Expect stronger markets over the next week with volatility until late April

Grape & Cherry Varieties

• Florida volume is low due to freezing weather conditions this past winter
• Mexican supplies are very snug; the recent heat wave destroyed many fields
• Expect higher prices over the next two weeks

Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.

©2026 Markon Cooperative, Inc. All rights reserved.