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UPDATE: TOMATOES

September 10, 2026

East Coast tomato production is increasing as Virginia harvests begin this week. Overall supply is moderate; growers are shifting from summer to fall growing regions during the month of September.

Rounds

  • East Coast and Midwest
    • Virginia harvests are getting underway this week
    • Tennessee production continues
    • Michigan volume is increasing as the area is seeing ideal weather
    • Quality is good
  • Mexico
    • Production is moderate/steady out of Baja and Central Mexico
    • 6×7 is the most plentiful size
    • Quality is good
  • California
    • Growers are transitioning from summer to autumn acreage
    • Quality is good  despite recent heat
  • Markets are inching up due to lower total volume

Romas

  • East Coast
    • Supplies are sufficient in Tennessee
    • Overall quality is good
  • Mexico
    • Volume has dipped due to recent rains in Central Mexico and Baja
    • Quality is best out of Baja region
  • California
    • Roma supplies are lower; recent heat is affecting yields
    • Large sizes are the most abundant
    • Quality is good
  • Prices are up slightly due to lower yields

Grape and Cherry

  • East Coast
    • Volume is increasing in Virginia
    • Expect prices to remain steady for the next few weeks
  • Mexico
    • Overall production is light due to recent rains in Baja and Central Mexico
    • Quality out of Central Mexico ranges from fair to average due to poor weather

Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.

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