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TBT Thursday (03/12/2026) and the hottest news in the mango world as of today

  Global Mango Market Report: Mixed Harvests and Logistical Challenges Define the 2026 Season Byline: Will Cavan, Publisher, Mango World Magazine This TBT Thursday, March 12, 2026, the global mango landscape is marked by a complex interplay of bumper harvests and significant logistical hurdles.  In the Rangpur region of Bangladesh, the Geographical Indication (GI) recognized 'Haribhanga' mango is poised for a record-breaking yield following favorable rainfall, with marketing activities set to commence in June.  Conversely, in the Philippines, the beloved Zambales Mango Festival has been shortened and several events canceled as a direct result of rising fuel costs.  The International Mango Organization (IMO) has issued a critical update this TBT Thursday, March 12, 2026, announcing the unavoidable cancellation of the 2026 Global Mango Conference originally slated for Puerto Rico.  While a sudden venue conflict played a role, the primary driver for this difficul...
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Mexico Table Grapes Summit 2026: Innovation and Crop Forecasts Take Center Stage in San Diego

  Mexico Table Grapes Summit 2026: Innovation and Crop Forecasts Take Center Stage in San Diego By Will Cavan, Publisher, DMI MEDIA/ AGRIMUNDO.tv The upcoming Mexico Table Grapes Spring Summit 2026, scheduled for April 10 at the Hotel Pendry in San Diego, California, is set to gather industry leaders to address the evolving landscape of tropical and subtropical viticulture.  The event features a robust technical program, beginning with a deep dive into horticultural market trends led by David Magaña of Rabobank, followed by a critical exploration of vineyard robotics.  As the industry faces shifting labor dynamics and climate challenges, the integration of artificial intelligence and innovation—presented by expert Sharon Gai—highlights a strategic pivot toward Pillar II priorities of transportation and logistics efficiency.  The afternoon sessions will focus on geopolitical and marketing strategies, featuring insights from Lila Abed of the Inter-American Dialogue and...
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Mexican Grape Season: Early Start Anticipated for 2026

  Mexican Grape Season: Early Start Anticipated for 2026 SONORA GRAPE HARVEST POISED FOR EARLY DEBUT AMID WARMER WEATHER Byline: Will Cavan, Publisher, Mango World Magazine The 2026 Mexican table grape season is shaping up to be an early and strategically vital campaign for North American markets.  Reports from the northern state of Sonora indicate that the harvest is expected to begin roughly seven to ten days earlier than usual due to unseasonably warm temperatures.  In the Guaymas region, the harvest of Early Sweet green seedless grapes is projected to kick off as early as the first week of May, with the Pesqueira area following shortly thereafter.  This accelerated timeline is particularly significant this year, as it coincides with a downward adjustment in export forecasts from Chile, which has trimmed its expected volume to approximately 62.2 million boxes.  The convergence of an early Mexican start and a premature finish to the Chilean season is expect...
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