News and Stories

Tomato prices continue to rise for all varieties; demand is strong. Overall supplies are limited. Expect elevated markets and low volume until the Florida season ramps up at the end of October/early November.

• High temperatures in August have reduced yields in California’s San Joaquin Valley; this season will run through the end of October
• Alabama and Tennessee growers will harvest for two more weeks
• Florida’s season is forecast to start in late October/early November
  • Quincy, Florida production will be postponed until October 24; Hurricane Sally brought heavy rain to the growing region, delaying the start of the season
  • The Palmetto season will begin in late October; however, sufficient volume isn’t expected until November 1
• Mexican production is underway in Jalisco and will run through mid-November; Culiacan will follow in December

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.