Análisis de la cadena de valor y su incidencia en la competitividad de las exportaciones ecuatorianas de mango hacia Países Bajos (período 2021-2025).

Abstract

This research aimed to analyze the value chain of Ecuadorian mango exports and determine its impact on competitiveness in the Netherlands market during the 2021–2025 period. The study adopted a mixed-methods approach by integrating quantitative and qualitative procedures. Analytical-synthetic, inductive-deductive, comparative, and statistical methods were applied. Official databases were analyzed, and surveys were conducted among exporting companies, together with semi-structured interviews with key stakeholders in the sector. The assessment included indicators such as the Revealed Comparative Advantage Index, the Herfindahl-Hirschman Index, Porter’s Diamond, time-series analysis, and benchmarking against competitors such as Peru and Brazil. The results showed that Ecuador has productive and commercial advantages; however, limitations persist regarding varietal adaptation, post-harvest technology, international logistics, value-added capture, and commercial integration with the Dutch market. It is concluded that deficiencies in these links negatively affect export competitiveness and limit the use of opportunities in the European market. As a proposal, a comprehensive strategy for strengthening the value chain for the 2026–2030 period is presented, focused on varietal conversion, post-harvest improvement, certification enhancement, logistics optimization, and the consolidation of commercial strategies, supported by indicators and targets aimed at improving the participation of Ecuadorian mango in the Netherlands market.