Peruvian mango growers are heading into the 2026/27 season under significant climate stress. According to Promango president Ángel Gamarra, above-average minimum temperatures linked to El Niño are preventing normal flowering in Kent mango orchards — a critical early-season step that determines eventual yield. The warning comes as Peru prepares for what should be its primary export window.
This is a separate and newer development from the previously reported El Niño impact on Peru's mango crop. While prior coverage focused on potential yield declines from climate factors, this article specifically identifies abnormal flowering — a concrete agronomic signal — as the current concern heading into the new season.
Peru is one of the leading sources of Kent mangoes for the U.S. market after Mexico's season closes. With Mexico's 2026 mango season already wrapping short due to climate losses, a weakened Peruvian season could tighten winter mango availability. Buyers should monitor flowering outcomes over the next few weeks for early volume signals.