The Brazilian mango season began in the first week of August and will run until the last week of February with a projection of approximately 12,3 million boxes, a recent crop report by the National Mango Board says.

As of the last week of January, mango shipments stood at approximately 22,400 boxes for a total of 12,264,543 boxes for the season. The 2023-24 Brazilian season is expected to be about 31% higher year-on-year.

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Tommy Atkins is the top variety exported by Brazil, accounting for 81% of the volume. It is followed by Kent and Keitt at 7% and 6%, respectively.

All origin mango imports into the U.S. are projected down approximately 27% year-on-year, as unfavorable weather conditions delayed flowering in producing countries, such as Peru.

Ecuador ended its season. Brazil, Peru and Mexico are currently harvesting and/or packing.