Agronometrics: Mango prices in the US reach unprecedented levels

The United States depends on mango imports primarily from Peru, Ecuador and Brazil during the winter months. Mango production in Peru and Ecuador has been greatly affected by the El Niño phenomenon, which has caused high temperatures during the critical flowering phase and therefore had a detrimental effect on global yields. A factor that aggravates the challenges faced by the Peruvian mango industry is the decrease in production in the Ancash region, which has caused significant economic losses in the sector, as reported by the Comprehensive Rural Development Service (Sedir). . Additionally, escalating crop input costs, which have soared by 200%, have added an additional layer of stress. In regions such as Piura and La Libertad, mango production has been negatively affected, experiencing declines of up to 90% and 75%, respectively, which has caused a notable reduction in shipments through the port of Paita, a key center for mango exports. Ecuador faces a potential decrease in ...