New season begins November 12
According to the Tamatave Horticultural Technical Center (CTHT), a 50 % decrease is expected in the upcoming lychee season due to unfavorable weather conditions.
The 2024-2025 lychee season is anticipated to be challenging, with an estimated 50 % drop in production. This decline is attributed to adverse weather, pushing export regions to adjust their strategies. The lychee season officially begins on November 12 in the Atsinanana and Analanjirofo regions. However, forecasts indicate a sharp reduction in yield, primarily due to weather conditions that have disrupted the harvest. According to CTHT, the key issue remains the overall potential of the targeted collection area, which shows an expected production decrease of around 50 %.
The regions of Atsinanana and Analanjirofo are working to address logistical issues to streamline lychee transport. Despite a significant drop in production, exporters will need to modify their strategies to meet the projected demand of 18,000 tons. CTHT’s report suggests that this decline may lead to an extended harvest period to fulfill exporter requirements.
Transport challenges persist for local stakeholders. To mitigate losses, some private providers have authorized road infrastructure improvements. Private actors are permitted to restore existing facilities to optimize logistics and reduce fruit loss. Faced with decreased production, the Atsinanana and Analanjirofo regions are intensifying efforts to minimize the impact of the decline on exports.
