Mango outlook: tighter Peru supply, strong start in Ecuador

El Niño is clearly affecting the South American mango season this year. Higher temperatures and unusual rainfall patterns are disrupting flowering, making availability and harvest timing less predictable.

Peru 

For organic Kent mangoes, we expect significantly lower volumes, particularly at the start of the season. In Piura/Tambogrande and Lambayeque, where the early crop originates, flowering has been considerably weaker. Later in the season, supply shifts to Casma, where El Niño currently appears to be having less impact on flowering and therefore on expected volumes. Those looking to secure volumes from Peru are advised to align programmes in good time.

Ecuador

The current outlook for our organic Ataulfo mangoes from Ecuador is positive. The first mangoes are available and of good quality, and we are receiving fresh arrivals every week from our long-standing partner.

We are closely monitoring developments in both countries and continuously coordinating our planning with growers and export partners.

Would you like to secure volumes or discuss current availability and programme opportunities? Please contact your account manager.