Year overview 2020: September In September, high citrus demand continued to be a dominant theme. In addition to this, the apple and pomegranate harvests were underway and made a big splash on the world market, and climate events such as droughts, wildfires and a volcanic eruption affected the produce industry. Tropical and exotic produce in Latin America The Brazilian guava season saw some challenges in September, with lower volumes being harvested to due weather issues and also logistical challenges due to the pandemic, since the guavas are exported by airfreight. Ecuador’s mango season started in week 39 with the Ataulfo variety, and Tommy Atkins followed in week 40. The Spanish mango season started in September too, and the new Sensation variety was marketed throughout Europe this season.