Mexican Mango Exports Surge for Seventh Straight Year, Fueling Industry Growth
Mexico City – Mexican mango exports have experienced a remarkable seven-year growth streak, reaching 592,000 metric tons in 2024. This continued expansion underscores Mexico’s position as a leading global mango supplier adn signals robust demand from key markets like the United States and Canada.
The sustained increase in mango exports is a significant boon for the Mexican agricultural sector, a priority for the national government. Driven by favorable growing conditions, strategic investments in irrigation and agricultural support, and international quality certifications, the industry is poised for further expansion. This growth impacts not only Mexican farmers and exporters but also major North American food and beverage companies increasingly incorporating mango into their product lines.
Mexico cultivates popular mango varieties including Ataulfo, Tommy Atkins, Kent, Haden, and Keitt, prized for their sweetness, aroma, and texture. Rigorous phytosanitary certifications ensure international quality standards are met, bolstering Mexico’s reputation as a reliable and competitive exporter.
Export figures demonstrate the consistent upward trend: 418,000 metric tons in 2017, 429,000 in 2018, 441,000 in 2019, 450,000 in 2020, 493,000 in 2021, 520,000 in 2022, and 537,000 in 2023. The first half of 2024 alone saw 340,000 metric tons exported, with projections for the first half of 2025 estimating 342,000 metric tons.
The United States remains the primary destination for Mexican mangoes, with Canada also representing a significant market. Major American companies are capitalizing on this supply, integrating mango into a diverse range of products. PepsiCo utilizes mango in its Tropicana juices, while Nestlé incorporates the fruit into its ice creams and mango-flavored beverages. General Mills features mango in its Yoplait yogurts.
To further bolster the sector, the mexican government is focused on consolidating production into larger units, expanding the national irrigation system, increasing access to credit for farmers, and implementing risk mitigation strategies for agricultural products. These policies aim to enhance productivity and improve livelihoods in rural areas.
