The United States mango market is entering a more delicate phase of the winter season, as rainfall in northern Peru begins to constrain export volumes and reshape short-term supply expectations.
Recent field reports from growing areas such as Motupe and Piura indicate that persistent February rains have reduced exportable volumes and affected fruit quality. While harvesting and exports have not stopped, sustained humidity has increased phytosanitary pressure, resulting in higher cosmetic staining and lower pack-outs.
Infrastructure remains operational, and shipments to the US continue. However, fewer cartons are meeting export standards, and that reduction is beginning to be felt in destination markets.
Exporters report that some packing houses are closing earlier than expected due to lower throughput. At the same time, reduced availability is lending support to wholesale pricing in both the US and Europe. The current firmness reflects real supply contraction rather than speculative demand.
The data shows just how sharply volumes have shifted this season. After peaking near 81.5 million lbs. in January–February 2024-25, Peruvian shipments to the United States mango market appear materially lower so far in 2025-26, with January volumes trailing well below last year’s highs.
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