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Round tomato prices are easing due to increasing supplies in Florida and Mexico. The grape tomato market is much lower as well; yields are rising. Florida growers are back in production, while the Mexican season is in full swing.

• Florida cherry, grape, Roma, and round tomato stocks are reaching normal volume levels for the winter season
  • Demand is weak; prices are inching down
  • Quality is very good
  • This week’s cold front (with temperatures below freezing) may cause bloom drop and push up markets in the weeks ahead
• Mexico is the primary growing region at this time
  • Production is in full swing for the grape, Roma, and round varieties
  • Grape tomatoes are abundant; prices have fallen
  • Sunny, warm weather has increased growth and improved quality
  • Expect good volume in all varieties over the next three to four weeks

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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