Uttar Pradesh mango varieties gain export traction with competitive pricing
For global food investors, Uttar Pradesh’s mango pricing offers an attractive entry point.
INDIA – Indigenous mango varieties from Uttar Pradesh are gaining ground in both domestic and international markets, offering buyers a competitive alternative to the traditional coastal Alphonso.
Langda, Chausa, and Dussehri, the state’s primary varieties, are well placed to compete on volume, quality, and price, according to Ishant Saini of Amroha-based Aamiya Farm Fresh.
Uttar Pradesh is already India’s top mango-producing region, producing roughly 45 million metric tons last season. However, the state’s mango exports still account for only 4% to 5% of India’s overall mango shipments.
“This share is gradually growing as these varieties represent a clear value niche in the domestic market and also in export markets,” Saini said. “We supply Langda, Chausa, and Dussehri to major Indian retailers such as Reliance, BigBasket, and Jio-Mart, covering both North India and pan-India, and have also exported to the UK, Turkmenistan, and Japan.”
For global food investors, Uttar Pradesh’s mango pricing offers an attractive entry point. The state’s mangoes are priced between approximately US$2.10 and US$3.20 per kilogram, depending on quality, demand, and timing.
“Early-season and late-season consignments tend to fetch the higher end of that range, especially when buyers pre-book, while the middle of the season sees more stable pricing,” Saini explained.
This flexibility enables packers to balance volumes, quality, and margins over roughly a three-month window. Saini estimates 20% to 25% year-on-year export growth and 50% to 60% year-on-year domestic growth for these varieties. “The competitive pricing is similar to that of Pakistan, but the quality, aroma, and natural taste are better,” he added.
Logistical advantages enhance Uttar Pradesh’s export appeal. “With a packhouse and warehouse in Amroha, we are close to Delhi airport and connected by direct air links. We are well-positioned to respond to international orders, including air-freighted mangoes for Europe, North America, and fast-moving markets in Southeast Asia,” Saini said.
However, irradiation requirements for the USA remain a challenge. Mango irradiation facilities are in Mumbai and Gujarat, though a facility in Uttar Pradesh is expected to start operations this year. “If it is not available in UP, we can supply it via the Gujarat irradiation facility,” Saini noted.
For investors, Uttar Pradesh’s expanding mango export capabilities offer a reliable source of premium fruit at competitive pricing, diversifying supply options beyond traditional coastal Indian and international competitors.
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