Strong volumes and late start for Mexican mangoes

Mexico's mango harvest is currently making the transition from central pacific coast states (Colima, Jalisco, Nayarit, and Sinaloa) into the Northern Sinaloa region. North Sinaloa began harvesting at the end of June, and approximately 10 million boxes are expected from this region. This year the summer mango season had a later start than in recent years, but volumes are extremely strong now. For 2016, total mango shipments from Mexico are expected to be between 66 to 70 million boxes. Tommy Atkins are currently peaking on 10s, 12s, and 9s subsequently. Kents are also entering the market with larger fruit peaking on 9s and 10s. Overall, we expect the percentages of round mangoes to move to larger sizes in the next few weeks. Ataulfo volumes are expected to steadily drop down until the end of their season at the beginning of August.

Mangoes from Haiti are also currently in the market. The Haitian mango season is expected to run through September with approximately 2 million boxes. The main variety from Haiti is Madam Francis.

Brazil’s mango season will begin the first week of August, with arrivals to the U.S. starting mid-August as Mexico’s volume start to decline. Volumes are expected to be approximately 7.5 million boxes. The peak of the Brazilian season will be expected around the third week of September to mid-October; and wrapping the season up in the middle of November. The main varieties from Brazil are Tommy Atkins, Ataulfo and Palmer.

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