Uttar Pradesh plans to export 40 tonnes of Dussehri mangoes to Japan, Malaysia, and the US in 2024.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced plans to export 40 tonnes of mangoes to Japan and Malaysia in 2024, marking the first time the state will export Lucknow's Dussehri mango to the US. The state produces 58 lakh metric tonnes of mangoes in 3.15 lakh hectares, contributing 25-30% of India's total mango production. The Dussehri mango price in India ranges from Rs 60-100 per kg, but reaches Rs 900 per kg in the US market.
July 12, 2024
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