The Wait For The Vallarta Mango Begins.

Puerto Vallarta, a city accustomed to giving millions of mangos along its beautiful streets, is going through mango season but the environmental phenomena we have experienced lately dictate that we could probably have an early mango season.

Mango season in Puerto Vallarta usually begins in late April or early May and runs through September, with its peak between June and August. During these months, mango trees in the region are loaded with fruit, and it is common to see stalls in markets and streets selling fresh mangos in different varieties.

Mango is especially popular in Puerto Vallarta for several reasons, one of them being the ideal climate, the tropical and humid climate of the region is perfect for mango cultivation, allowing the fruit to grow with a sweet and juicy flavor. The varieties of the fruit are another characteristic of our region. In the area you can find different types of mango, such as the Ataulfo ​​(soft pulp and without fiber), the Haden, the Tommy Atkins and the Kent, each with its own characteristics and culinary uses.

That is why in Puerto Vallarta the culture and tradition for mango is famous, the mango is a key ingredient in the local gastronomy. It is enjoyed fresh, in juices, desserts, ice creams, sauces and even in dishes with seafood. Mango with chili, lemon and salt is also very popular, a classic of street food. And this, in turn, produces a special economic value, since the production of mango in the region not only supplies local consumption, but is also an important agricultural activity, with exports to other states and even to other countries.

The popularity of these fruits has generated events and festivals that date back many decades in the past. In some nearby areas, such as in Bahía de Banderas, mango fairs are held where you can taste different products made with this fruit.
If the mango season in Puerto Vallarta were to come earlier, some possible reasons could be:

● Climate change: Increased temperatures or changes in rainfall patterns can accelerate the flowering and fruiting of mango trees. Warmer winters or early springs can cause trees to bear fruit earlier than usual.

● Changes in rainfall cycles: Rain is key to mango development. If the rains come earlier than expected, the trees can receive the necessary hydration to flower and produce fruit earlier.

● Climate phenomena such as El Niño or La Niña: These events can modify global weather patterns, affecting temperatures and water availability in the region, which can advance the ripening of the fruits.

● Use of advanced agricultural techniques: Some producers can implement methods such as strategic pruning, early fertilization or controlled irrigation to stimulate early mango production.

● Genetic variations in trees: Some mango varieties can adapt to specific climatic conditions and change their production cycle if favorable conditions occur earlier than normal.

● Reduction of pests or diseases: If one year there are fewer pests or diseases that affect tree growth, they can develop fruit faster and in greater quantities.

If the mango season is brought forward, it can mean an economic advantage for producers, but it can also generate imbalances in the supply and demand of the fruit, as well as impacts on the local ecosystem.

If you visit Puerto Vallarta during mango season, it is definitely an opportunity to try this fruit at its most delicious