
Mexico - Melons - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
Mexico's Melon Price Drops Slightly to $1,250 per Ton
Mexico Melon Export Price in April 2023
In April 2023, the melon price amounted to $1,250 per ton (FOB, Mexico), falling by -13% against the previous month. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a pronounced decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in October 2022 when the average export price increased by 109% m-o-m. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $1,634 per ton in April 2022; however, from May 2022 to April 2023, the export prices remained at a lower figure.
As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for the United States.
From April 2022 to April 2023, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United States amounted to -2.2% per month.

COUNTRY | Export Price of Melon in Mexico (USD per ton) | ||||||||||||
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Apr 2022 | May 2022 | Jun 2022 | Jul 2022 | Aug 2022 | Sep 2022 | Oct 2022 | Nov 2022 | Dec 2022 | Jan 2023 | Feb 2023 | Mar 2023 | Apr 2023 | |
United States | 1,634 | 782 | 850 | 519 | 1,002 | 229 | 478 | 753 | 658 | 704 | 1,345 | 1,438 | 1,250 |
Average | 1,634 | 782 | 850 | 519 | 1,002 | 229 | 478 | 753 | 658 | 704 | 1,345 | 1,438 | 1,250 |
Mexico Melon Exports
After two months of growth, shipments abroad of melons decreased by -21.2% to 4.5K tons in April 2023. Over the period under review, exports saw a abrupt slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in October 2022 when exports increased by 2,148% m-o-m.
In value terms, melon exports reduced dramatically to $5.6M (IndexBox estimates) in April 2023. Overall, exports continue to indicate a deep downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in October 2022 when exports increased by 4,597% m-o-m.
Mexico Melon Exports by Country
the United States (4.5K tons) was the main destination for melon exports from Mexico, accounting for a approximately 100% share of total exports.
From April 2022 to April 2023, the average monthly rate of growth in terms of volume to the United States amounted to -5.1%.
In value terms, the United States ($5.6M) also remains the key foreign market for melon exports from Mexico.
From April 2022 to April 2023, the average monthly growth rate of value to the United States totaled -7.2%.
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the melon market in Mexico. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.
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