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Red bell pepper prices are much lower; overall supplies have increased compared to two weeks ago. Mexico is the primary growing region with the bulk of supplies crossing into Nogales, Arizona.

• Temperatures in Mexico are back to normal levels, increasing the maturity of red bell peppers
  • Yields have increased
  • Supplies crossing into the U.S. are up
• Prices will continue to ease over the next two weeks (barring any major weather events)
• Markon recommends keeping tight inventory to avoid holding high-priced product

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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