In recent weeks, mango trees in Monte Alto and Taquaritinga, São Paulo, started blooming, hinting at a potentially stronger 2025 harvest compared to 2024. Insights from Hortifrúti-Cepea reveal that regional weather conditions have supported flower development, with cooler temperatures promoting floral induction and suppressing vegetative growth.
Data from Brazil's National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) reported that May and June were marked by two cold fronts in the region, with maximum temperatures approximating 20°C. This contrasts with the previous year, when temperatures remained above 30°C. Harvest is expected to commence early, starting with the Tommy variety in late September and Palmer in mid-October, the latter due to its extended physiological cycle.
Furthermore, owing to sporadic rainfall lately, phytosanitary issues, particularly bacterial spot, have remained manageable. However, a shift in this scenario, characterized by increased rainfall and higher relative humidity, could necessitate increased vigilance from producers to mitigate risks of bacterial spot outbreaks in orchards.
Source: HF Brasil