Fresh Indian Mangoes for Global Markets
Alphonso (Hapus)
The most famous mango in the world, and the one UK customers ask for by name. Saffron-orange flesh, completely free of fibre, with a perfume you can smell across a room. Grown on the Konkan coast at Ratnagiri and Devgad. Short season, premium price.
Alphonso, popularly known as Hapus, is one of the world’s most celebrated mango varieties and a firm favourite among UK customers. It is renowned for its saffron-orange flesh, smooth texture and almost completely fibre-free eating experience. Its rich aroma and naturally balanced sweetness make it a truly premium mango.
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About our Alphonso (Hapus)
Grown along the Konkan coast, particularly in Ratnagiri and Devgad, Alphonso benefits from the region’s unique climate and growing conditions. The fruit develops an intense fragrance and distinctive flavour that sets it apart from other mango varieties. Its exceptional eating quality has helped establish Alphonso as a symbol of premium Indian mangoes.
Alphonso has a relatively short availability window, which adds to its exclusivity and premium positioning. Strong demand from international consumers, combined with limited seasonal supply, allows it to command a higher price. For the UK market, Alphonso remains a flagship variety that customers often specifically ask for by name.
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Peak season
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Off-season
Available: March to August
Kesar
GI-tagged from the Gir region of Gujarat. Deep orange flesh, intensely aromatic, slightly sweeter and less acidic than Alphonso. Holds its shape well when cut, which makes it popular for food service and fresh-cut packs.
Kesar is a premium mango variety associated with the Gir region of Gujarat and is recognised for its distinctive deep orange flesh and intensely aromatic flavour. Its natural sweetness, combined with relatively low acidity, gives it a rich and smooth taste that appeals to consumers looking for a premium Indian mango experience.
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About our Kesar
One of Kesar’s key advantages is its firm flesh, which helps the fruit retain its shape when cut. This makes it particularly suitable for food-service applications, fresh-cut products and prepared fruit packs. Its attractive orange colour also adds strong visual appeal to retail and food-service presentations.
Kesar offers exporters an excellent combination of flavour, appearance and versatility. Its strong identity with Gujarat and premium eating qualities make it an attractive choice for international markets. The variety is especially well positioned for customers seeking aromatic mangoes that perform well in both fresh and prepared formats.
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Peak season
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Off-season
Available: March to August
Banganapalli (Safeda)
Large, golden-yellow, thin-skinned, firm-fleshed. The workhorse export mango from Andhra Pradesh. Its firmness means it travels well by sea, which brings the landed cost down considerably compared with airfreighted Alphonso.
Banganapalli, also known as Safeda, is a large-sized mango variety recognised for its golden-yellow skin, thin peel and firm, smooth flesh. Its attractive appearance and substantial fruit size make it a popular commercial variety. The flavour is mild, sweet and well suited to consumers who prefer a clean and enjoyable mango experience.
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About our Banganapalli (Safeda)
Originating from Andhra Pradesh, Banganapalli is one of India’s important export mangoes and is often considered a dependable workhorse variety. Its naturally firm flesh gives it good handling characteristics, allowing the fruit to withstand transportation better than softer premium varieties.
Its ability to travel well by sea makes Banganapalli particularly attractive for international trade. Sea freight can significantly reduce landed costs compared with airfreighting more delicate varieties such as Alphonso. This combination of durability, affordability and reliable quality makes Banganapalli a strong choice for larger-volume export programmes.
Seasonal calendar
Peak season
Available
Off-season
Available: March to August