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UPDATE: TOMATO PRICES
March 26, 2020
Tomato prices are falling; supplies are abundant due to weak demand.
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Mexican vine ripe supplies (into Nogales, Arizona and McAllen, Texas) are ample
- Retail demand has slowed this week while foodservice demand remains extremely weak
- Contract pricing will return to normal for vine ripes, Romas, and round tomatoes the week of March 30
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Florida mature green supplies are ample
- Foodservice demand has diminished due to COVID-19; retail demand for mature greens is minimal
- Contract pricing will return to normal for mature greens, Romas, and rounds the week of March 30
- Expect unstable markets over the next several weeks
Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.
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