Mango producer and marketer Sembriexport is aiming to continue making strides in the Ecuadorian mango industry. With 1,606 producing acres and an additional 370 in development, the company is committed to fostering growth in Ecuador’s mango industry.
Last year was an off season with production of about 8 million boxes of mangoes. This year Ecuador is exporting a total of 15 million boxes.
The primary mango variety exported from Ecuador is Tommy Atkins, accounting for approximately 60% of shipments.
Two years ago, Ecuador’s exported 14 million boxes, with the recent increase coming from both higher production and the entry of new companies into the export market.
Sembriexport has exported 1.8 million boxes of mangoes this seaon with nearly all of its volume going to the U.S. This is in line with the national trend, as 97% of Ecuador’s mango exports are destined for the U.S., with the rest going to Canada and other countries.
Ecuadorian mango production has climbed from 12 million to 15 million boxes over the past six to seven years, reflecting a steady rise in Ecuador’s export business.
Since Peru, Mexico, and Brazil, compete in the same markets as Ecuador Sembriexport sees a need to export to other markets as well.