Peach and cherry production in Mexico shows slight increase

The latest USDA Agricultural Foreign Service report on Mexican peaches and cherries shows an increase in production of both for 2024. Peaches are forecast at 266,400 metric tons (MT) for marketing year 2024 (January-December), a 3% increase over 2023, growth driven by domestic consumption and stagnant imports. Over the past decade, the peach industry in Mexico has experienced notable fluctuations in both planted and harvested areas, with a general decline through 2019, followed by a gradual increase. Despite the variation in planted area, production has been increasing in recent years, reflecting yield improvements from updated agricultural practices, improved varieties, favorable weather conditions, access to water, and consumer awareness. Peach consumption in Mexico is mainly covered by domestic production and is complemented by minimal imports from the United States and Chile. U.S. peach exports to Mexico take place from May to October. The main peach-producing states in Mexico ...