W44: Weekly Mango Update
Thailand
Low Supply of Thai Mangoes in W44 (Nov 4)
In W44, Thai mangoes are out of season, and there is a low supply in the market. Many processors are struggling to provide raw materials for dried/dehydrated mango production to meet the needs of both current and new orders. Many manufacturers have stopped accepting new orders and still have a list of waiting orders for production. While some small-medium processors are still open to new orders but with a longer lead time of around 30-45 days.
Peru
Lower Mango Production in Peru Is Expected in 2023 (Nov 5)
Field engineers of mango in Peru forecast that the mango production in Casma, the second largest producing region in Peru, will drop in 2023. The lower temperatures in 2022 affected mango development and will cause a drop in mango production in 2023. The mango season in Casma is predicted to start in W5 2023 and last until W15. The lower supply could cause a rise in Peruvian mango prices in 2023 compared to 2022.
Improvement in the Maritime Logistics Expected for Peruvian Grape and Mango Exports This Season (Nov 5)
With the grape and mango seasons starting soon, Peruvian shipping lines, freight forwarders, and logistic agents reassure producers and exporters that last year's issues like container shortages and delays will not affect the industry this year. However, exporters still do not trust the logistic issues will be fully solved this season and are afraid of facing long transit times.
Cold Weather Conditions in Peru Might Delay Mango Harvest in the 2022/23 Season (Nov 4)
A significant number of exporters with extended coverage of mango fields on the north coast of Peru expect to face a delayed harvesting season for the upcoming 2022/23 mango season. Unstable and cold weather conditions have affected fruit development. However, this should not affect the volume and calibration overall expected for this 2022/23 season. If the temperature on the north coast of Peru does not increase, producers will face a yield drop.
Small Mango Calibers Are Scarce in Peru in W44 (Nov 4)
Low temperatures have caused a drop in mango production in the main productive areas of Peru. The unfavorable weather has caused issues with fruit growth, creating low availability of mango sizes 6 and 7. In W44, it is estimated that 40% of the total production of Peruvian mangos is on sizes 10 and 12 and that sizes 6 and 7 are scarce.
Brazil
Tommy Mango Price Plummets in All Markets (Nov 4)
This week (10/31 to 11/04), Tommy mango prices fell strongly in all producing regions, mainly in the Northeast. In the São Francisco Valley (PE/BA), the variety had an average of R$ 0.79/kg, down 26% compared to last week. In Livramento de Nossa Senhora (BA), Tommy was sold at R$ 0.69/kg, a 16% devaluation in the period. According to Hortifruti/Cepea employees, in addition to the accumulation caused by lower shipments to São Paulo, given the stoppages, the values had the impact of the beginning of the harvest in the region of Monte Alto/Taquaritinga (SP), where the first loads were harvested last week. In this market, the drop in prices was milder (from 8% to R$ 1.04/kg), since the supply is not high and buyers prefer mangoes from this origin, due to the logistical proximity.
Heavy Rainfall Hits Grape and Mango Producers in Brazil in W44 (Nov 4)
São Paulo, the primary grapes and mangoes producing and exporting region in Brazil, was hit by heavy rains on November 3rd. Rain surpassed It was more than 100 mm in some areas, and some mango plantations near the São Francisco river flooded. The rain also flooded access roads, making it difficult to drive to the farms and transport supply for exports. The rain continued at the beginning of the day on November 4th, but with less intensity.
United States
U.S. Suspends Haitian Mango Imports (Nov 4)
The USDA suspended the import authorization for mangoes from Haiti as of the end of January 2023. The director of the USDA Central America and the Caribbean area, Jorge Abad, explained in a letter to the president of the Haitian National Association of Mango Exporters (ANEM), Ralph Perry, that this measure had been taken because of the insecurity in the country.“We are taking this action due to worsening challenges in Haiti that have made it impossible for our APHIS inspectors to work safely.
Egypt
Fruit Prices in the Transit Market on November 6 (Nov 6)
Fruit prices in the transit market witnessed on Sunday, November 6, 2022, a state of stability in prices for most types of fruits. The “Akhbar Al-Youm portal” publishes prices, and 3-5 pounds are added to the price per kilo in retail where both Mango cant and Kit ranged from 8 to 14 pounds.
Fruit Prices in the Transit Market on November 5 (Nov 5)
On November 5, 2022, fruit prices in the transit market witnessed a state of stability in prices for most types of fruits. The “Akhbar Al-Youm portal” publishes wholesale prices, and 3-5 pounds are added to the price per kilo in retail where both Mango cant and Kit ranged from 8 to 14 pounds.
Fruit Prices in the Transit Market November 2 (Nov 2)
Fruit prices in the transit market witnessed on Wednesday, November 2, 2022, a state of stability in prices for most types of fruits. The “Akhbar Al-Youm portal” publishes prices, and 3-5 pounds are added to the price per kilo in retail where both Mango cant and Kit ranged from 8 to 14 pounds.
Fruit Prices in the Transit Market Tuesday, November 1 (Nov 1)
Fruit prices in the transit market witnessed on Tuesday, November 1, 2022, a state of stability in prices for most types of fruits. The “Akhbar Al-Youm portal” publishes prices, and 3-5 pounds are added to the price per kilo in retail where mango kent ranged from 8 to 14 pounds
Vietnam
Khanh Hoa Expands Planting Area Codes for Sustainable Agricultural Product Consumption (Oct 31)
According to Khanh Hoa Plantation and Plant Protection Department, currently, the cultivated area in the province is more than 82,686 ha, of which 59,611 ha are annual crops, 5,765 ha are perennial plants and more than 17,310 ha are fruit trees. As for the main fruit tree area, Khanh Hoa province has 8,067 hectares of mangoes, of which 6,795 hectares in the business period and the output is estimated at 38,466 tons. Mango trees are grown the most in Cam Lam district with an area of 4,790 hectares with many quality mango varieties such as Australian mango, Hoa Loc sand, four quarters... Australian mango varieties are not only consumed domestically but also exported to the market. markets in China, Southeast Asia, and Europe.
Kenya
Kenyan Apple Mango Prices Remain High in W44 Due to Limited Supply (Nov 3)
Kenya's apple mango supply remains limited, and fruit is largely sourced from Kibwezi in Makueni. In W44, apple mango is priced at USD 2.5/4kg. Prices are however expected to decrease toward the end of November as the supply improves with the beginning of the major mango season in Kenya. Additionally, the FOB price for dried mango is quoted at USD 8000/MT to Mombasa port.
Colombia
Upon the phytosanitary admissibility of Fresh Mango from Colombia to the United States, ICA (Colombian Agricultural Institute) and FEDEMANGO (Colombian Federation of Mango Growers) have joined efforts to consolidate the exportable supply of Fresh Mango for the American market. In the Tolima region, the very first farm was certified for this end, also, ICA and FEDEMANGO are expected to increase the number of farms certified of all varieties ahead of 2023.
