Demand for ALPHONSO mangoes is slowing down
India
Friday 31 March 2017
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Decrease in Indian export of ALPHONSO mangoes variety yet considered as one of the best varieties of the fruit.
In India the mango sector recorded a decrease in its exports of mangoes, ALPHONSO variety yet considered as one of the best varieties.
According to industry professionals, export demands have decreased by 40% this season. There were several reasons for this underperformance. Unfavorable climatic conditions for production, non-fruitful sanitary requirements in destination countries, and stronger competition with other producing countries in export markets (Japan, Europe, the United States , Gulf States).
For some, the campaign has been one of the worst in years and the situation is not going to improve in the immediate future. Mango producers estimate that export volumes will be lower than those of last year. Unusual temperature variations affecting fruit quality.
source : times of india com