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UPDATE: TOMATO PRICES

March 26, 2020

Tomato prices are falling; supplies are abundant due to weak demand.

  • 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
  • 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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