Prices are substantially higher; volume is low as growers are working through older, lower-quality fruit. Markon First Crop (MFC) and Markon Essentials (ESS) Limes are available. 

Veracruz, Mexico (into South Texas)

• Persistent rains are limiting harvests and impacting quality; markets are escalating
• Supplies remain dominated by large-size, 110- to 150-count limes; 200- to 250-count stocks are limited
• Due to declining quality, growers are reporting lower yields
• Expect rising markets and limited supplies for the next three to four weeks
• New crop harvests are expected to begin by the second week of October
• Markon recommends increased order lead time to avoid loading delays

Santander, Colombia

• Limes are available for loading out of Florida
• Prices are rising, trailing slightly behind Mexico
• Quality is good; occasional scarring has been reported during grading
• Expect markets to rise over the next two to three weeks in reaction to increased demand

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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