Imported mangos arriving in the U.S. from Brazil launched the South American season mango season in mid to late September. This was followed by mangos from Ecuador in late September and early October. Mangos from Peru started arrivin and Peruvian mangos will start arriving in November.
The National Mango Board report mostly 9’s, 10’s and 12’s, with varieties including Tommy Atkins, Kent, Keitt, Palmer, and Ataulfo.
Panorama Produce Sales of Mommaroneck, NY, which has 20 years of experience importing mangos from South and Central America, agreed the quality of mangos coming out of South America this season looks promising
The volume of South American mangos appears normal.
Continental Fresh of Miami, FL, which specializes in tropical imports from Latin America, notes that there could be a perfect window for Brazilian mangos.