India: Gujarat exported 689.5 tonnes of mangoes in 2023-24

Published Jul 21, 2024

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Gujarat, India, has exported 689.5 metric tonnes of mangoes in the 2023-24 season, contributing to over 2,500 metric tonnes exported from 2019-20 to 2023-24. The state has dedicated 177,514 hectares to mango cultivation, with the Kesar mango variety, which has received a Geographical Indication (GI) Tag, being a significant contribution. The Gujarat Agro Radiation Processing Facility in Bavla, Ahmedabad, has also irradiated and exported 210 metric tonnes of Kesar mangoes this year. In support of the mango industry, the Gujarat Horticulture Department has allocated Rs 15.29 crore in financial assistance to farmers to boost production.

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Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], July 21 (ANI): Gujarat exported 689.5 metric tonnes of mangoes in 2023-24, according to data from the Gujarat Agro Industries Corporation (GAIC). From 2019-20 to 2023-24, the state has exported over 2,500 metric tonnes of mangoes. The thriving mango industry is a vital component of Gujarat’s agricultural economy and enjoys robust demand internationally. In Gujarat, a total of 449,389 hectares are dedicated to horticultural fruit and flower crops, with 177,514 hectares specifically dedicated to mango cultivation, a press statement stated on Sunday. Mangoes grow primarily in the Valsad, Navsari, Gir-Somnath, Kachchh, and Surat districts. The Kesar mango from Talala Gir is praised globally for its superb quality and has been honoured with the Geographical Indication (GI) Tag. Beyond Gir, Kesar mangoes are also produced in Kutch. Additionally, Gujarat’s mango production includes other special varieties such as Hafus (Alphonso), Rajapuri, Totapuri, and ...

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