News and Stories

Rain in the primary growing region of Mexico has curtailed harvesting in some areas; picking has been sporadic. Prices are inching up.

• Markon First Crop Limes are available from Mexico (loading in McAllen, Texas)
• Lime shipments crossing into South Texas this week are expected to be down due to wet weather
  • Harvesting has been sporadic in some areas due to muddy, wet field conditions
  • Fruit must dry out prior to picking to avoid oil spotting
  • Excessive moisture can lead to increased stylar end break down in raw product
• Availability is tightening up but supplies remain adequate due to weak demand
• A tropical storm is developing in the southeastern Gulf of Mexico that may bring more wet weather to the growing region later this week/early next week
• Markets will rise as a result of the wet weather

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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