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UPDATE: TOMATOES

February 23, 2021

Round and Roma tomato prices are low due to ample supplies out of Florida and Mexico. The grape and cherry tomato seasons are also in full swing for late winter; yields are high.
Markon First Crop and Markon Essentials Tomatoes are readily available.

  • Florida cherry, grape, Roma, and round tomato stocks have reached normal volume levels for the tail end of the winter season
    • Round tomatoes suppliers are harvesting crown and second-round picks; sizes are dominated by 4x5 and 5x5 packs
    • Roma volume remains steady; large and extra-large sizes are the most plentiful
    • Cherry and grape yields are increasing
    • Overall stocks are abundant; quality is excellent
  • Mexico is the primary growing region
    • Production is in full swing for the grape, Roma, and round varieties
    • Sunny, warm weather has increased growth and improved quality
    • Expect high volume on all varieties well into March
  • It’s an excellent time to promote the tomato category

Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.

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