Mango exports from Israel plummet due to Trump tariffs and the war in Gaza

This year, Israeli mango farmers have faced serious difficulties due to a sharp decline in exports caused by high import duties and the ongoing armed conflict. Mango prices have fallen to 7 shekels per kilogram, but the main problem for farmers is the loss of key markets, which threatens their income.

The introduction of 25% tariffs by US President Donald Trump on imports from Mexico and 50% from Brazil has forced Latin American countries to redirect their supplies of tropical fruits, including mangoes, to Europe, where Israel has traditionally dominated. At the same time, the war is making it difficult to promote Israeli products, as the “Made in Israel” label has become less attractive to European consumers, notes Israelinfo. In previous years, France, the UK, the Netherlands and Germany accounted for about 85% of Israeli mango exports, but these markets are now flooded with cheaper competitors.

Climate change, which has led to early and overripening of mangoes, has further complicated the situation. Tons of fruit are piling up on the shores of Lake Kinneret, where most of Israel’s mangoes are grown, rotting due to lack of demand. Farmers are suffering significant losses and are concerned that a similar fate could befall their avocado exports, another important Israeli product.

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