The ‘king of fruits’ failed to rule in the markets of Bengaluru this year as reduced production in Karnataka has pushed the prices of mangos north to ₹150 per kg. With a mere 30% production in the State this time, mango sellers are relying on mangoes coming in from other States, especially Andhra Pradesh, Kerala and Tamil Nadu.
Elu Maley, a fruit seller from Electronics City, said, “Prices are much higher than last year due to the heat. Mangoes in my store mainly come from Andhra Pradesh and the prices range from ₹160-200 per kg depending on the variety and size of the fruit.” In Madiwala, the prices have reached the same numbers as the sellers list it to be ₹150-160 per kg.
However, the demand has gone down for mangoes due to increased prices, traders reported. Subramanya, a mango seller in Russell Market, said, “The demand for mangos has fallen this season. The sale here is only limited to 40-50% of the usual.”
