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2024-11-27
Madagascar's lychee growers in crisis as production plummets

November 17, 2024 | Port Calls |

Madagascar's lychee harvest has begun, with four refrigerated ships headed to the eastern coast to collect the fruit for the European market. However, industry leaders in Tamatave are concerned about a significant crop decline due to unusually early ripening. The early ripening is attributed to several factors, including exceptionally high rainfall (2,500 millimeters) earlier in the year, which disrupted plant growth and caused early flowering. Additionally, the trees struggled to receive the necessary "climate shock" of cooler temperatures, which is essential for fruit development. The trees, being old, are less responsive to climate shifts. To manage the shortfall, solutions are being explored, such as extending the harvest period by sourcing lychees from more remote areas. However, logistical constraints, including longer loading times for ships, pose challenges. Though Madagascar's lychee industry has discussed extending loading periods for years, the change has not yet been implemented. As unpredictable weather patterns continue to impact agriculture, sustainable solutions are becoming increasingly urgent for the industry.

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