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Mango & Jackfruit Mela begins
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Mango & Jackfruit Mela begins

May 24, 2024

Mysore/Mysuru: The 3-day (May 24 to 26) Mango and Jackfruit Mela organised by the Horticulture Department began at Kuppanna Park near Jayachamaraja Wadiyar Circle (Hardinge Circle) in city this morning. The mela will be open from 10 am to 8 pm. Speaking after inaugurating the Mela, Deputy Commissioner Dr.K.V. Rajendra said, the Mela is a…

‘Mango and Jackfruit’ Mela in city from tomorrow
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‘Mango and Jackfruit’ Mela in city from tomorrow

May 23, 2024

Mysore/Mysuru: Mango, the King of Fruits, is all set to beckon the fruit lovers with the Department of Horticulture hosting ‘Mango and Jackfruit Mela’ at Kuppanna Park near Jayachamaraja Wadiyar Circle (Hardinge Circle) in city from tomorrow (May 24) till May 26. This was informed to the media persons by Deputy Director of Horticulture Department…

Despite ban, artificial ripening of mango continues
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Despite ban, artificial ripening of mango continues

May 21, 2024

FSSAI, Mysuru office forms four teams to inspect quality of fruits at the markets Mysore/Mysuru: Mango, popular as the ‘King of Fruits’ has hit the market, but to cash in on the demand, the traders are deploying artificial ripening method by using calcium carbide chemical, which is a matter of grave concern. Taking into cognisance,…

Highway Mango Mandi sees sharp decline in carts this year
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Highway Mango Mandi sees sharp decline in carts this year

April 29, 2024

Hunsur: Disheartening both farmers and mango aficionados alike, mango production has seen a decline attributed to unfavourable weather conditions. This year, the flowering of mango trees was delayed, dashing the hopes of farmers who anticipated an average yield. However, the onset of extreme heat thwarted their expectations. Mysuru typically serves as a bustling hub for…

2023 not a fruitful year for mango growers, consumers
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2023 not a fruitful year for mango growers, consumers

May 4, 2023

Prices skyrocket as production takes massive hit from unseasonal rains, drastic temperature shifts Mysore/Mysuru: The vagaries of weather have continued to impact mango yield in Karnataka for the third consecutive year and as a result, prices have gone up. Untimely rain in December and excess heat in February have adversely impacted flowering and fruit setting,…

Climate change hits mango production
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Climate change hits mango production

January 21, 2022

This April, shell out more to relish the king of fruits Mysore/Mysuru: Summertime is synonymous with mangoes. Every year, mango trees are expected to begin flowering in December, with many unripe fruits in March or so. April and May is peak mango season. But recently, there have been inconsistencies in the behaviour of this tree….

Mumbai man buys 12 mangoes for Rs. 1.2 lakh !
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Mumbai man buys 12 mangoes for Rs. 1.2 lakh !

June 28, 2021

Helps Jamshedpur girl buy smartphone for online classes Mumbai: An ‘uncle’ from Mumbai helped an 11-year-old girl from Jamshedpur to pursue her dreams of buying a smartphone and attend online classes.  Tulsi Kumari, who sells mangoes by the roadside, was left in shock when a certain Ameya Hete bought 12 mangoes from her worth Rs….

Mango sales turn sour on Highway
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Mango sales turn sour on Highway

June 23, 2021

Just 15 to 20 mango vendors line Mysuru-Hunsur Highway instead of the usual 300  Mango vendors hit by poor sales as motorists do not stop fearing COVID risk Hunsur/Mysuru: Pandemic-induced lockdown and restrictions have hit supplies and sales of mangoes in the peak season, causing losses to farmers and traders who are unable to market…

Coronavirus steals scent of Mangoes
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Coronavirus steals scent of Mangoes

April 25, 2020

Growers bear the brunt of lockdown; Prices plummet to new low due to lack of demand Mysore/Mysuru: Summer is soaring and the ‘King of Fruits’ has not yet occupied its throne in Mysuru, thanks to COVID-19 outbreak. Due to the pandemic and the ongoing lockdown, the mangoes are not getting an enthusiastic welcome that it…

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