Don't worry about the Senegalese mango season

Published 2023년 5월 8일

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Senegalese mango growers are experiencing favorable weather conditions, which is expected to result in a good harvest in late June. The country's unique climate, particularly in the Niayes region, makes it ideal for mango cultivation. The industry is facing challenges such as fruit fly infestation, but has government support. Despite strong European demand and high product quality, growers struggle with prices, which have not increased in years. Efforts to enter the US market have been unsuccessful due to demands for specific products that could have environmental impacts. Senegal is currently unable to accept these conditions, and Mexico is currently meeting the demand in the US market.

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Senegalese mango growers are satisfied with the weather conditions. "But the weather is not good in all West African countries," says Mohamed Mbengue of Unionagri Des Niayes. "Especially in the Niayes region, the weather is very good. That is the most important region for the export of mangoes. It has a unique climate in West Africa that is extremely suitable for horticulture and the cultivation of mangoes in particular." "Temperatures have risen a bit lately. The climate is hot and dry, which is good news for growers, especially in the Niayes region where the harvest is expected at the end of June. In Casamance, the harvest will start next week." According to Mohamed, production in Niayes is somewhat delayed, as the first mangoes are usually picked in the course of June. "That is due to a slightly later fruit set due to an earlier cold period." The amount of precipitation is also not too bad, according to Mohamed. "Unlike other countries in the region, we have had enough rain for ...

Source: AGF