Tomato prices dropping as volume rises in several regions

Markon Cooperative BB #:123315 released this tomato update May 7, 2026:

Roma and round tomato prices are much lower. Production has increased in Central Florida; all tomato varieties are ample. Mexico harvests are transitioning to new regions in Jalisco and the Baja Peninsula.

Rounds

Florida

• The South Florida season has ended
• Central Florida production has started strong
• Harvesting has increased over the last two weeks; quality is good
• Markets will continue to ease over the next few weeks

Mexico

• Supplies are increasing as the Jalisco region in Southern Mexico has begun
• Quality has been nice
• The Baja Peninsula volume is low this week, but will increase later in May
• Prices have decreased significantly now that the Cinco De Mayo holiday has passed
• The seasons in South Georgia, the Florida Panhandle, and South Carolina will begin on June 1
• California’s San Joaquin Valley season will start in mid-June

Romas

Florida

• The South Florida season has ended
• Central Florida volume is high
• Expect lower markets in the coming weeks

Mexico

• Supply is increasing as harvests in Jalisco and the Baja Peninsula get underway
• Quality is good out of the Jalisco region (crossing in South Texas)
• Production is also underway in Baja
• Prices are much lower this week

Grape and Cherry

Florida

• Central Florida stocks are ample
• Quality is good
• Markets are starting to ease and will fall further through May

Mexico

• Baja yields are increasing; quality is good
• Sonora production is underway
• Expect low prices over the next two weeks

Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.