We produce premium melons from Panama including cantaloupe and honeydew with seasonal programs.
We grow melon in the dry belt of Panama's central provinces, on the same counter-season window (December–April) as watermelon. We structure container programs for importers and retail chains in Europe and North America during the Northern Hemisphere winter gap.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Types | Cantaloupe (netted), Honeydew (smooth) |
| °Brix | 10–14° |
| Weight | 1.5–3 kg |
| Export packaging | Ventilated cardboard box 10–12 kg |
| Transport temperature | 7–10°C |
| Relative humidity | 85–90% |
| Shelf life | 14–21 days |
| Minimum program volume | 1 x 40' container (to confirm) |
Dec - April
Export season
Volume available in the dry season; counter-season window for the Northern Hemisphere.
May - Nov
Off season
No availability.
01
Harvest
Cut by maturity index (netting / slip) and °Brix.
02
Packing
Size grading, cleaning, and ventilated packing.
03
Cooling
Pre-cooling to 7–10°C and consolidation with temperature monitoring.
04
Dispatch
AUPSA phytosanitary inspection, documentation, and ocean shipment.
Cantaloupe (orange netted melon) and Honeydew (smooth green melon). Cantaloupe is more demanded for its sweetness and characteristic aroma.
Similar to watermelon: December to April. Melons require dry season conditions for optimal development.
Ventilated cardboard boxes of 10-12 kg. Pre-cooling to 7-10°C prior to container consolidation.
