A week of cold expected to affect Florida crops

Markon Cooperative BB #:123315 released this crop update January 26, 2026:

Florida is the primary winter growing region for many fresh fruit and vegetable crops. The current forecast calls for abnormally low temperatures to reenter the state Monday evening, January 26 and last through Saturday, January 31.

Central/Western Florida (Tampa region) is forecast to receive freezing temperatures as low as 31 degrees with daily high temperatures in the 50- to 60-degree range.

Crops growing in this part of the state include:

• Strawberries
• Cabbage
• Broccoli

Southern Florida (Immokalee, Ft Pierce, Belle Glade, LaBelle) is expected to fall into the low 30s with highs around 60 degrees.

Crops growing in this part of the state include:

• Bell Peppers
• Celery
• Corn
• Cucumber
• Lettuces (Iceberg, Romaine, Green Leaf)
• Radishes
• Squash
• Tomatoes
• Watermelon
• Citrus

These abnormally low temperatures will slow maturity and push prices higher.

Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.