Fresh Melloco Suppliers, Trade & Prices — Market Overview 2026
HS Code
071490
Last Updated
2026-08-21
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Fresh Melloco market coverage spans 124 countries.
- 20 exporter companies and 16 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 172 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 2 countries.
- Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 5.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-08-21.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Fresh Melloco
Analyze 172 supplier-linked transactions across the top 2 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Fresh Melloco.
Fresh Melloco Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Fresh Melloco to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Fresh Melloco: Ecuador (-48.7%), Peru (+12.3%).
Fresh Melloco Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
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In 2026-02, countries with visible Fresh Melloco transaction unit prices: Ecuador (2.64 USD / kg), Peru (0.10 USD / kg).
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 | 2026-08 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ecuador | -48.7% | 119 | 2.51 USD / kg (19,079.13 kg) | 3.57 USD / kg (2,984.8 kg) | 2.90 USD / kg (19,050.4 kg) | 2.96 USD / kg (15,360.71 kg) | 4.28 USD / kg (29,960.3 kg) | 2.64 USD / kg (34,634.7 kg) | ||||||
| Peru | +12.3% | 53 | 0.12 USD / kg (47,777.63 kg) | 0.12 USD / kg (31,186.14 kg) | 0.12 USD / kg (35,411.21 kg) | 0.12 USD / kg (34,980 kg) | 0.11 USD / kg (13,460 kg) | 0.10 USD / kg (15,880 kg) |
Fresh Melloco Global Supply Chain Coverage
36 companies
20 exporters and 16 importers are mapped for Fresh Melloco.
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Fresh Melloco Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
20 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Fresh Melloco. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Fresh Melloco Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 20 total exporter companies in the Fresh Melloco supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Peru)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-22
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Crop ProductionFood ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingOthers
Exporting Countries: Chile
Supplying Products: Fresh Melloco, Maize Grain, Fresh Sweet Potato +5
(Ecuador)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-23
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Frozen Tomato, Fresh Melloco, Fresh Tamarillo +5
(Ecuador)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-22
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
Exporting Countries: United States, Mexico
Supplying Products: Fresh Tamarillo, Fresh Melloco, Fresh Cassava +5
(Ecuador)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-21
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingCrop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingRetail
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Fresh Tomato, Fresh Melloco, Toffee +5
(Peru)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-21
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Crop ProductionOthers
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingOthers
Exporting Countries: Chile
Supplying Products: Fresh Onion, Fresh Sweet Corn, Fresh Melloco +1
(Peru)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-21
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: Chile
Supplying Products: Fresh Sweet Potato, Fresh Onion, Fresh Melloco +3
Fresh Melloco Global Exporter Coverage
20 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Fresh Melloco supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Fresh Melloco (HS Code 071490) in 2024
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| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ecuador | 8,246,654.9 kg | 14,125,319.79 USD |
| 2 | Mexico | 18,908,100 kg | 12,390,600 USD |
| 3 | Netherlands | 2,665,022 kg | 6,466,359.509 USD |
| 4 | Spain | 2,745,184.2 kg | 5,884,938.398 USD |
| 5 | United States | 2,460,225 kg | 3,730,355 USD |
| 6 | Thailand | 2,477,065.315 kg | 1,494,671.71 USD |
| 7 | Burkina Faso | 898,268 kg | 1,196,346.195 USD |
| 8 | Malaysia | 1,347,205.4 kg | 1,090,940.353 USD |
| 9 | India | 568,406 kg | 642,348.924 USD |
| 10 | Belgium | 154,788.45 kg | 549,022.119 USD |
Fresh Melloco Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Fresh Melloco Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
16 importer companies are mapped for Fresh Melloco demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Fresh Melloco Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(Chile)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-21
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-22
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Peru)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-21
Industries: Food WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Chile)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-21
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersGrocery StoresOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-24
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesGrocery Stores
Value Chain Roles: -
(Chile)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-21
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
16 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Fresh Melloco.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Fresh Melloco (HS Code 071490) in 2024
For Fresh Melloco in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 13,104,727 kg | 15,611,715 USD |
| 2 | Spain | 12,592,140.14 kg | 15,282,872.106 USD |
| 3 | United Kingdom | 6,278,281 kg | 12,155,700.094 USD |
| 4 | Canada | 3,606,069.217 kg | 7,367,269.817 USD |
| 5 | Malaysia | 10,159,746.1 kg | 6,197,436.054 USD |
| 6 | Netherlands | 3,193,126.633 kg | 5,462,499.257 USD |
| 7 | Belgium | 3,424,695.53 kg | 4,899,141.291 USD |
| 8 | Japan | 1,735,672 kg | 4,334,722.89 USD |
| 9 | South Korea | 2,569,066.747 kg | 4,044,843 USD |
| 10 | Thailand | 2,916,678 kg | 2,694,534.68 USD |
Fresh Melloco Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Fresh Melloco
Fresh Melloco Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Fresh Melloco wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2026-02, countries with visible Fresh Melloco wholesale unit prices: Ecuador (1.05 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 | 2026-08 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ecuador | 1.05 USD / kg | 0.81 USD / kg | 0.97 USD / kg | 1.14 USD / kg | 1.12 USD / kg | 1.05 USD / kg |
Fresh Melloco Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Fresh Melloco wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 1 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ecuador | 0.90 USD / kg | 0.40 USD / kg | 1.43 USD / kg | +54.3% |
Latest Fresh Melloco Wholesale Export Price Updates
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| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-01 | Mel**** ******** * ******** ******** * ***** ** ***** ********* | 0.82 USD / kg | |
| 2026-07-01 | Mel**** ****** * ******** ****** ****** | 0.59 USD / kg | |
| 2026-05-01 | Mel**** ****** ***** ****** ****** * ******** ****** ****** | 0.67 USD / kg | |
| 2026-05-01 | Mel**** ******** ***** ****** ****** * ******** ******** * ***** ** ***** ********* | 0.87 USD / kg | |
| 2026-04-01 | Mel**** ****** ***** ****** ****** * ******** ******** * ******** | 1.08 USD / kg |
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Global Farmgate Supplier Price Trends by Country for Fresh Melloco
Fresh Melloco Monthly Farmgate Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Fresh Melloco farmgate unit-price benchmarks by country to monitor supplier-side cost movement.
In 2026-02, countries with visible Fresh Melloco farmgate unit prices: Ecuador (1.09 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 | 2026-08 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ecuador | 1.10 USD / kg | 1.16 USD / kg | 1.13 USD / kg | 1.23 USD / kg | 1.17 USD / kg | 1.09 USD / kg |
Fresh Melloco Farmgate Cost Trends by Major Exporting Supplier Countries
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| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ecuador | 1.09 USD / kg | 0.77 USD / kg | 1.27 USD / kg | +73.8% |
Latest Fresh Melloco Farmgate Export Cost Updates
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| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-01 | Fre** ******* ********* * *** * | 1.08 USD / kg | |
| 2026-04-01 | Fre** ******* ********* * *** * | 0.84 USD / kg | |
| 2026-04-01 | Fre** ******* ******* * *** * | 1.02 USD / kg | |
| 2026-04-01 | Fre** ******* ******* * *** * | 1.06 USD / kg | |
| 2026-03-01 | Fre** ******* ******** * *** * | 1.44 USD / kg |
Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupRoot and tuber crop (Andean root and tuber crop)
Scientific NameUllucus tuberosus
PerishabilityMedium
Growing Conditions
- High-altitude Andean cultivation commonly referenced within ~1,000–4,500 meters depending on ecosystem; adapted to harsh conditions including drought and freezing temperatures.
- Cool growing temperatures are commonly cited (FAO EcoCrop lists an optimal temperature range around 12–20°C with broader absolute tolerance).
- Short-day photoperiod tendency is noted in agronomic descriptors (tuber production often associated with shorter daylengths).
Main VarietiesLocal landraces distinguished mainly by tuber skin/flesh color (white/green/yellow/orange through pink/red/purple; variegated types occur).
Consumption Forms
- Cooked tubers in soups and stews and mixed dishes; sometimes used in salads after cooking.
- Traditional preservation/processing in some contexts via drying or freezing; leaves are also eaten in some food uses.
Grading Factors
- Freedom from scuffing/scarring and other surface defects (appearance-driven marketability).
- Color quality and uniformity (avoid fading/undesirable light-induced changes).
- Size and shape uniformity; absence of rot/decay.
Planting to HarvestTypically about 180–240 days; may be shorter (~150 days) under favorable conditions or longer (up to ~270 days) at higher elevations.
Market
Fresh melloco (also widely known as ulluco; scientific name Ullucus tuberosus) is a niche, highland Andean tuber primarily produced and consumed in the Andes. Production and on-market availability are concentrated in Andean countries—especially Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia—where it remains important in traditional diets and smallholder farming systems. Outside the Andean region it is comparatively little known, so international trade is limited and often not well distinguished in mainstream global trade statistics. Supply consistency is shaped by high-altitude agroecology and by access to clean planting material given the crop’s predominantly vegetative propagation.
Market GrowthNot Mentioned
Major Producing Countries
- EcuadorLocally called melloco; described by Ecuador’s INIAP as a major tuber crop in the Andean highlands.
- PeruCore Andean origin/diversity and production geography for ulluco within Andean root-and-tuber systems.
- BoliviaCore Andean origin/diversity and production geography; high-altitude cultivation common.
- ColombiaCultivated in the Colombian Andes; documented as an Andean highland tuber crop.
Specification
Physical Attributes
- Small to medium tubers with shapes ranging from spherical to cylindrical; thin skin and strong visual appeal from diverse skin colors (white/green/yellow/orange through pink to purple; sometimes variegated).
- Some types show mucilage during cooking and may be preboiled depending on local preference.
Compositional Metrics
- Tuber color pigments include betalains (betacyanins and betaxanthins), a key compositional feature noted in germplasm characterization work.
ProcessingTypically consumed as a fresh tuber; can also be stored/processed by freezing or drying in traditional contexts.
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Highland field production (often small-scale) -> harvest (commonly manual to reduce skin damage) -> cleaning/washing -> sorting by size/appearance/color -> distribution through local and regional fresh markets.
Demand Drivers
- Traditional food use and dietary importance in Andean cuisines (soups, stews, mixed dishes; sometimes salads).
- Smallholder food-security role and local-market sales in Andean producing regions.
Shelf Life
- Marketability is sensitive to cosmetic damage due to thin skin; careful handling reduces scuffing and visible defects.
- Dark storage is commonly recommended to protect skin color quality (light exposure can cause undesirable color changes).
Risks
Plant Health HighBecause ulluco/melloco is predominantly propagated vegetatively, pathogens can accumulate in planting material over time, reducing yield and limiting the availability of uniform, export-suitable seed/tubers; this is a fundamental constraint on scaling reliable supply for trade.Develop and use pathogen-tested planting material (e.g., tissue-culture/micropropagation and clean-seed programs) and strengthen local seed-quality systems.
Climate MediumSupply is concentrated in Andean highland agroecosystems where drought and freezing temperatures are common stressors; extreme weather events can reduce harvest volumes and tighten local market availability.Diversify sourcing across multiple Andean origins and elevations, and support farm-level climate-risk practices (water management and adjusted planting schedules).
Postharvest Quality MediumThin skin and the importance of visual appearance make the crop vulnerable to scuffing and color-quality loss; postharvest handling and storage conditions can materially affect saleable quality in fresh channels.Use gentle harvest and packing practices, minimize abrasion in transport, and store in dark conditions to protect skin color quality.
Sustainability
- Agrobiodiversity conservation: part of Andean root-and-tuber crop diversity maintained by smallholders in high-altitude systems.
- Climate exposure in high-altitude production zones (freezing temperatures, drought stress, high UV) shapes yield stability and supply reliability.
Labor & Social
- Smallholder livelihood and food-security dependence in Andean highland communities.
- Traditional/indigenous knowledge and local seed (tuber) management practices play a central role in sustaining production.
FAQ
What is melloco and how is it related to ulluco?Melloco is a common name—especially in Ecuador—for the Andean tuber crop ulluco. The scientific name is Ullucus tuberosus, and it is one of the traditional Andean root and tuber crops grown at high altitudes.
Which countries are the main production centers for fresh melloco (ulluco)?Production is centered in the Andes, with Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia repeatedly highlighted as core geographies for Andean root-and-tuber crops, and cultivation also documented in the Colombian Andes.
What is a key practical handling consideration for fresh melloco in trade?Because the tubers are thin-skinned and valued for appearance, they are vulnerable to scuffing and color-quality loss. Gentle handling and dark storage are commonly recommended to help preserve marketable quality.
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Fresh Melloco Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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Canada
China
Ecuador
United States
United Kingdom
Mexico
Spain
Netherlands
Costa Rica
Malaysia
Singapore
France
All country market pages: Saudi Arabia, Egypt, South Korea, Indonesia, Japan, Vietnam, Belgium, Ethiopia, Germany, Jamaica, Chile, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Peru, Thailand, Australia, Italy, India, Norway, Madagascar, Macao, United Arab Emirates, Ireland, Kuwait, Portugal, New Zealand, Pakistan, Burkina Faso, Benin, Austria, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Hong Kong, Bulgaria, Switzerland, Sweden, Fiji, Brazil, Czechia, Zambia, Finland, Poland, Uzbekistan, Bahamas, Sri Lanka, Denmark, Bahrain, Myanmar [Burma], Slovenia, Uganda, Greece, Niger, Brunei, Hungary, Cyprus, Oman, Turkiye, Luxembourg, Ukraine, Qatar, Andorra, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Bermuda, Bolivia, Botswana, Belize, Ivory Coast, Estonia, Gabon, Gambia, Guatemala, Honduras, Croatia, Israel, Iran, Iceland, Jordan, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Kazakhstan, Laos, Liberia, Lesotho, Lithuania, Latvia, Morocco, Moldova, Montenegro, Macedonia, Mongolia, Malta, Mauritius, Maldives, Malawi, Namibia, Nigeria, Nicaragua, Nepal, Panama, Philippines, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Senegal, El Salvador, Swaziland, Togo, Tanzania, South Africa
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