In Burkina Faso, mango processing is organized by local companies, as well as by foreign investments or joint ventures between local and foreign companies. The breakfast cereal industry is a large user of sugar-infused and candied mangoes. To meet the demand for low-sugar products, this industry is expected to make increasing use of dried mangoes infused with natural sweeteners (e.g. concentrated fruit juice) instead of dried mangoes sweetened with sugar syrup. Other Thai dried-mango companies include the following: Unity Food, TanTan, Smile Fruit, Chinwong Food Company, Fruit House, Apple’s Island, Fruittara, Thaweephol Samroiyod, Vita Food, Ampro Intertrade, Chin Huay, S.Ruamthai, V & K Pineapple Canning and Fruit House Thailand. Mexican companies

Although food safety certification is not obligatory under European legislation, it has become a must for almost all European food importers. Most established European importers will not work with you if you cannot provide some type of food safety certification.Read the CBI value chain study for processed fruits from Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast and Mali to gain a better understanding of the competition from Burkina Faso. The presence of very low levels of Salmonella and E. coli in ready-to-eat or processed foods, including dried mangoes, is an important cause of foodborne illness. Dried-mango processors should consider Salmonella and E. coli as major public health risks in their hazard analysis and critical control points (HACCP) plans. Product composition Molecular Nutrition and Food Research: “Polyphenol-rich Mango (Mangifera indica L.) Ameliorate Functional Constipation Symptoms in Humans beyond Equivalent Amount of Fiber.”

Most conventionally dried mangoes are produced with a sulphite treatment (e.g. sodium metabisulphite). Sulphites are used as an antioxidant to prolong shelf life and retain the intense bright yellow colour of dried mangoes. Potato starch is also used as an additive to improve the drying process and keep dried mangoes soft. Sugar or concentrated fruit juice is also used in the production of dried mangoes infused with sweeteners. Cutting mangoes can be challenging because they have one long and flat seed in its middle. Always wash a mango before cutting it. Use a clean knife and a cutting board. Try these steps:

A few studies show some support for these claims, but more research is required before dried mango can be recommended for such health benefits. Source: Autentika Global, based on industry estimations Burkina Faso: supplier of organic dried mangoes Thailand is the leading Asian producer of dried mangoes. Most dried mangoes produced in Thailand are sweetened or candied. In recent years, however, many processors have increased their production of naturally dried mangoes without added sugar. In 2020, dried mango exports from Thailand amounted to 5,000 tonnes, with the majority exported to the United States, followed by China.

There are many mango-processing companies in Thailand, many of which can be described as an example of good practice. However, GCF International is one of the largest producers of dried mangoes in Thailand, having been active for more than 30 years. Over the years, GCF International has developed into the largest Thai dried-fruit exporter, reaching almost 50 export destinations around the world. GCF is constantly investing in innovations and creating new products. Established and new products are regularly promoted in the leading trade fairs in Europe. Which requirements must dried mangoes comply with to be allowed on the European market? What are the mandatory requirements? Consult the guidelines for imports of organic products into the European Union (PDF) to familiarize yourself with the requirements of European organic traders.Read our study on Trends relating to the European market for processed fruit, vegetables and edible nuts for an overview of the developments of the sustainability initiatives in the European market.