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Dulce Tropical

Panama Melons

We produce premium melons from Panama including cantaloupe and honeydew with seasonal programs.

Panama Melons
°Brix
10–14°
Weight
1.5–3 kg
Export packaging
Ventilated cardboard box 10–12 kg
Transport temperature
7–10°C
Shelf life
14–21 days
Minimum program volume
1 x 40' container

Technical specifications

ParameterSpecification
TypesCantaloupe (netted), Honeydew (smooth)
°Brix10–14°
Weight1.5–3 kg
Export packagingVentilated cardboard box 10–12 kg
Transport temperature7–10°C
Relative humidity85–90%
Shelf life14–21 days
Minimum program volume1 x 40' container (to confirm)

Origin control

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.

Seasonal availability

Dec - April

Export season

Volume available in the dry season; counter-season window for the Northern Hemisphere.

May - Nov

Off season

No availability.

Logistics execution

Structured ocean-freight program in the dry season

Pre-cooling and consolidation with temperature monitoring

AUPSA phytosanitary certification

Dispatch via Atlantic or Pacific port depending on route

Export process

  1. 01

    Harvest

    Cut by maturity index (netting / slip) and °Brix.

  2. 02

    Packing

    Size grading, cleaning, and ventilated packing.

  3. 03

    Cooling

    Pre-cooling to 7–10°C and consolidation with temperature monitoring.

  4. 04

    Dispatch

    AUPSA phytosanitary inspection, documentation, and ocean shipment.

Frequently asked questions

What types of melons do you export?

Cantaloupe (orange netted melon) and Honeydew (smooth green melon). Cantaloupe is more demanded for its sweetness and characteristic aroma.

What is the export window?

Similar to watermelon: December to April. Melons require dry season conditions for optimal development.

How is melon packed for export?

Ventilated cardboard boxes of 10-12 kg. Pre-cooling to 7-10°C prior to container consolidation.

Build your next supply program

Tell us the product, specification, volume, destination, and required window. Our export team structures the program and responds directly.