date:May 07, 2019
the Konkan region of the state is trading at Rs 800-1,000 per box (10.30-12.88), while Alphonsos from Karnataka are trading at Rs 600-1,200 per box (7.73-15.46). A single box contains between 48 and 60 fruits.
According to information mangoes form a major chunk of the states export basket with Alphonso finding favour in the US and European markets. Last year, exports had dipped by 13% with total exports at 38,234.02 tons, against 49,1880.46 tons in 2016-17. While the state government is confid