Late-Season Mangoes from Egypt Keitt, Kent & Naomi
Filling the global mango gap from August to November.
Exceptional sweetness and low disease pressure from Egypt’s sun-rich soils.
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Il Mondo Export supplies three late-season mango varieties from Egypt to European and Gulf importers: Keitt (large, green-skinned, low-fibre — the preferred late-season variety for Europe); Kent (deep red skin, rich flavour, high juice content); and Naomi
(Israeli-origin variety, excellent European retail acceptance).
Egypt's mango season (August–November) fills a critical late-season gap in global mango supply when West African and Southeast Asian origins are winding down. Mangoes are a chilling-sensitive tropical fruit — Il Mondo ships all mango varieties at 10–13°C, never below 10°C, to prevent pitting, internal browning, and uneven colour development in buyer ripening rooms.
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FAQ AboutEgyptian Mangoes
What mango varieties does Egypt export?
Egypt exports Keitt (large, green-skinned, low-fibre, preferred for Europe), Kent (deep red skin, rich flavor, high juice), and Naomi (excellent European retail acceptance). All are late-season varieties.
What is the Egyptian mango export season?
Egyptian mango exports run August through November, with peak September-October. This fills a critical late-season gap when West African and Southeast Asian origins are winding down.
Why is mango shipping temperature critical?
Mangoes are chilling-sensitive. Temperatures below 10°C cause pitting, internal browning, and failure to ripen evenly. Il Mondo ships at 10-13°C throughout packing, pre-cooling, loading, and sea transit.
What is the minimum order for Egyptian mangoes?
Spot orders: 1 x 40ft reefer. Contract Farming: 3+ containers per season. Packaging: 5kg standard cartons or 2.5kg open-top retail cartons. Temperature-controlled throughout.
Where are Egyptian mangoes grown?
Egyptian mangoes are grown in Upper Egypt (Aswan and Luxor region), where the hot, dry climate produces excellent flavor, low fibre content, and high sugar levels. This region is renowned for premium mango production.
What certifications do Egyptian mango exporters need?
Exporters need GlobalG.A.P for farm traceability, BRC for packing facilities, and ISO 9001 for quality management. Il Mondo holds all three certifications. MRL compliance tested per destination market requirements.
How do you avoid chilling injury and uneven ripening in Egyptian mangoes?
Mangoes are highly chilling-sensitive — temperatures below 10°C cause pitting (skin dimpling), internal browning, and failure to ripen evenly. We maintain a strict 10–13°C environment throughout packing, pre-cooling, loading, and sea transit.
By preserving this temperature window, we ensure uniform colour development in your ripening rooms and maximum shelf life for retail programs.
Which Egyptian mango variety is best for European supermarkets?
Keitt is the most requested Egyptian mango variety for European retail, due to its large size (400–700g), green skin that turns slightly yellow at ripeness (preferred by many European consumers over red), firm flesh, and low-fibre eating quality.
Kent is preferred by buyers seeking a visually striking red/yellow fruit for premium positioning. Naomi has strong acceptance in German and Dutch retail due to its consistent appearance and sweetness.
When is the Egyptian mango export season?
The Egyptian mango season runs from August to November, with peak quality and volume in September and October.
This season directly fills the global supply gap when Brazilian, West African, and South Asian origins are declining — making Egyptian late-season mangoes a commercially important supply source for buyers maintaining year-round mango availability.
