Green bell pepper supplies are increasing in Florida and Mexico; markets are easing. Red bells have transitioned from California to Western Mexico. Markon First Crop (MFC) and Markon Essentials (ESS) Green and Red Bell Peppers are available.

Green Bells

• Mexican supplies are increasing due to favorable weather conditions and reduced demand
  • Quality is good; all sizes are available
  • Stocks are snug in Central Mexico (crossing in South Texas)
• Florida’s post-hurricane plantings are now being harvested; next weekend’s low temperatures could impact pepper growth
• Volume is sufficient in Central and South Florida
• Expect lower prices over the next two weeks

Red Bells

• Production will increase in Western Mexico’s Culiacan region over the next two weeks
  • All sizes are available
  • Quality is good; greening is occasionally being observed at pack out
  • Central Mexico (crossing in South Texas) is predominately shipping choice-grade fruit
• California’s Coachella season is finishing up; most peppers are choice-grade supplies
• Expect stable prices until Culiacan reaches full production in mid-January

Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.

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