Houston-based tropical fruit shipper, exporter and importer dVida says it initial shipments of mangoes from Ecuador will be arriving in the U.S. in October and will continue through January.
“Last year the mango supply was tight through the third and fourth quarters, however, we still supplied mangoes throughout that period. We provide a full-service logistics solution, operating door-to-door and from farm to your back dock,” dVida CEO Annabell Vidal said in a news release.
Ecuador serves as dVida’s primary hub for tropical fruits, according to the company, which also procures mangoes from Peru, Brazil and Guatemala. This strategic sourcing approach provides a continuous supply chain, moving from one country to the next as each season begins.
“We are able to maximize availability to our customers by leveraging each of these countries’ diverse climate zones, rich soils, varied altitudes, abundant sunlight and water availability to export mangoes, securing a steady supply to our global markets,” said Ana Paula Jacome, commercial director for dVida.
dVida is a family-owned business, founded and led by women, specializing in the wholesale distribution of premium tropical fruits, the release said, and is backed by a team of seasoned agronomists with over 35 years of industry expertise.
“Our company blends generational expertise with a deep-rooted commitment to sustainability,” Jacome said. Our commitment to quality control, streamlined logistics and exceptional customer service sets dVida as a trusted supplier in the produce distribution sector.”
The company says it is dedicated to delivering fresh produce to markets spanning the U.S. and beyond, with 35 years’ experience in the produce industry and 15 of those years performing product quality inspections.
“Our team’s knowledge and experience enable us to meticulously select mangoes, assuring exceptional flavor and adherence to high-grade standards. Our mangoes are certified to guarantee the highest standards of freshness, taste and safety in our products,” Jacome said.
Its mango products include a selection of varieties including tommy atkins, kent and keitt, available in sizes ranging from 6 to 12. dVida says it uses both maritime and air transport for importing its fruit, based on the customer requirements and needs.
