Central American melon supplies are extremely limited following the effects of Tropical Storm Sara. Markets are rising; demand exceeds supply.  

Cantaloupe

Central American

• Offshore shipments of Central American cantaloupes are arriving by vessel into domestic ports
• Tropical Storm Sara brought heavy rains in Guatemala, Costa Rica, and Honduras three weeks ago, resulting in lower yields and delayed shipments

• Quality is good; cantaloupes are more resistant to rain-related issues compared to honeydews
• Markon recommends increased order lead time to maximize coverage over the next three to four weeks

• Expect elevated markets and low volume through early January

Honeydew

Central American/Mexican

• Mexican supplies are continuing to cross into Nogales, Arizona
  • Markets are trailing slightly below those of Central American melons
  • Demand will strengthen as volume decreases; growers in Sonora, Mexico will finish their season the last week of December
  • Tight supplies will ship from Southern Mexico through February
• Offshore/Central American honeydews are extremely limited
  • Demand exceeds supply
  • Rains brought by Tropical Storm Sara are negatively impacting quality, resulting in lower yields and delayed shipments
• Markon recommends increased order lead time to maximize coverage over the next three to four weeks

• Expect limited supplies and elevated markets through early January when Costa Rica and Honduras will come into play

Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.

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