With over 65 years combined industry experience Freska Produce International, LLC was established in August 2004 with the sole purpose of sourcing the freshest mangos and limes from around the world to provide to our customers . Freska Produce International sources mangos from Brazil, Ecuador, Perú, Nicaragua, Guatemala and México. We have availability 365 days a year with varieties such as Hadens, Tommy Atkins, Atualfos, Kents and Keitts.Our year round availability means that there is no seasonality of our mangos and consistent supplies available to you.

The mango originated in Southeast Asia where it has been grown for over 4,000 years. Over the years mango groves have spread to many parts of the tropical and sub-tropical world, where the climate allows the mango to grow best. Mango trees are evergreens that will grow to 60 feet tall. The mango tree will fruit 4 to 6 years after planting. Mango trees require hot, dry periods to set and produce a good crop. Most of the mangos sold in the United States are imported from Mexico , Haiti , the Caribbean and South America . Today there are over 1,000 different varieties of mangos throughout the world.

Mango Consumption Facts

• Worldwide, mangos rank 1st in overall fruit consumption per capita.
• 40% of US households have purchased Mangos at some time.
• US Mango consumption ranks 16th at 1.8 lbs. per capita in 2000.
• Low level of consumption results in lack of product awareness.
• Opportunity to increase consumption exists!
• Consumers are largely unfamiliar with varieties, nutritional benefits and preparation.

Western Region Facts:

• 50% of residents have purchased mangos at some time.
• 39% of residents have purchased mangos over 12 months ago.
• 56% of residents have purchased mangos within the last 12 months.

Nutritional Information & Benefits:

• 1 Lb of Mango = 3/4 cup sliced fruit
• 1/2 mango = 1 daily recomended fruit serving
• Average mango = 75-90 calories
• Mangos are high in fiber, but low in calories (approx. 110 per average sized mango), fat (only 1 gram) and sodium.
• Mangos are an excellent source antioxidants, which help prevent certain forms of cancer and heart disease
• Mangos are a good staple for your daily diet.

Freska Produce International procures limes from Vera Cruz, Mexico year round. Our consistent supplies of Persian Seedless Limes arrive at our cooler in Pharr, Texas and are shipped to your location nationwide. We pride ourselves on our quality pack and juicy limes always ready for your favorite uses. Please call one of our representatives to get more information on pricing and delivery.

Handling Guidelines

• Temperature: 55 F, 12.8 C
• Relative humidity: 85 to 90 percent
• Mist: yes
• Typical shelf life: 14 to 28 days
• Odor producer
• Highly sensitive to freezing injury Susceptible to chilling injury.
• Holding limes for a few hours below 50 F, 10 C, will not harm the shipment.
• Extended storage at temperatures below 50 F causes brown pitting.
• Keep product out of sunlight, which causes limes to turn yellow and deteriorate. However, subjecting limes to strong sunlight often will cause the juice content to rise. Keep cartons off the floor to prevent dampening; store in a well-ventilated area.
• If it is necessary to hold limes overnight or over weekends, keep them refrigerated.
• Avoid putting limes in contact with ice, which can cause over-chilling.
• Handle limes gently; bruised skins encourage decay.