Mexican import volumes are behind normal levels

Published 2023년 3월 15일

Tridge summary

Unpredictable weather conditions in Mexico and California have negatively impacted the growth and production of various crops, leading to market uncertainty and volatility. In California, the weather has affected commodities like lettuce, broccoli, and celery, while Mexican asparagus and chayote have been affected by rain, cold weather, and freezing temperatures, resulting in delays in harvesting and product shortages. However, a decrease in Chile's imports of blueberries is expected as some growers have finished for the season, while the movement of Mexican blueberries is expected to increase due to better demand as the South American deal continues to taper off.

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Original content

This season, unpredictable weather conditions have played a significant role in the growing regions of Mexico and some parts of California. Reports from the West Coast suggest that inclement weather is one of the biggest factors affecting commodities in California, such as lettuce, broccoli, and celery. Mexican asparagus and chayote are some of the crops that were affected by rain, cold weather, and in some instances, even freezing temperatures. Mexican import volumes are behind normal levels. Cold and wet weather usually stunts the growth of fruits and vegetables, causing delays in harvesting. This creates product shortages and causes uncertainty in the marketplace. Growers and shippers are forecasting markets to remain volatile for the next few weeks. Production and volumes are expected to improve by mid-March when warmer weather arrives. One of the only constants in farming is that mother nature will throw curveballs each year in the form of weather. The movement of blueberries ...

Source: Hortidaily