Americans sure to be sweet on NT mangoes
THE first ever shipment of Territory mangoes to the United States are ready to export this week.
This first shipment of mangoes will be provided from Manbulloo Limited Katherine Farm. Manbulloo managing director Marie Piccone said it was important that US buyers and consumers get to taste Australian mangoes.
“Our unique Australian varieties have wide appeal globally and we’re confident that US consumers will also be impressed,” she said.
“The Manbulloo team are pleased to be able to supply Manbulloo Katherine Kensington Pride mangoes early enough for tastings at the PMA Fresh Summit – the peak annual US fresh produce industry meeting being held in Florida in mid-October.”
Buyers from all over North America, and many other markets, come to see what’s new in fruit and vegetables and will showcase NT mangoes to retailers and buyers from the US.
The Territory already exports mangoes to Singapore, Hong Kong, New Zealand, China, South Korea, Japan and Europe.
“The US market is stable, with clear requirements and 318 million potential mango lovers; a significant opportunity for the NT mango industry,” said the Minister for Primary Industry and Resources, Ken Vowles.