The priority has been to avoid tighter trade restrictions or export suspensions, as faced by other West African producers.
The collapse is marked by a sharp contraction in global reach, as formerly significant buyers, such as Afghanistan, have stopped imports entirely.
From 2017 to 2021, dried mango production increased as processing capacity expanded.
Late seasonal rains minimized pest-related disruptions, contributing to the season’s success.
Before the war, Sudan produced over 900,000 tonnes of mangoes annually, making it one of Africa’s leading producers.