Chile pepper markets are slowly easing as new growing regions open on both coasts. Serrano and poblanos remain snug.

• Mexican chili supplies are gradually improving
• Warm weather in Sonora is enhancing yields and regular production is expected over the next week
• The Baja Peninsula will get started mid-May with light volume
• Mexicali has started their tomatillos which is helping overall supply
• Poblanos and serranos continue to be scarce but will increase throughout May
• Florida’s Plant City jalapenos are underway along with light supplies of hungarians and poblanos; the Georgia season will start the third week of May
• Growers have removed AOG clauses on jalapenos, anaheims, and tomatillos; serranos and poblanos continue to have restrictions
• Prices will continue to decrease over the next two weeks

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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