Good prices help Kerala’s Muthalamada mango farmers offset crop losses
Muthalamada mango farmers experienced relief this season despite lower yields due to strong market demand and high prices. The favorable pricing allowed most farmers to profit, even with challenges from pests and irregular weather. The hot climate in Muthalamada contributes to the early harvesting of mangoes, making them highly sought after in northern India.
- ▪Farmers in Muthalamada faced a lower yield this season but benefited from high market prices.
- ▪The demand for Muthalamada mangoes in northern India helped offset concerns about reduced production.
- ▪Despite challenges from pests and extreme heat, most farmers reported making a profit this season.
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Mango farmers of Muthalamada found relief this season despite a lower yield. Strong market demand and higher prices for the Muthalamada mangoes across India helped offset their concerns, easing the impact of reduced production.Even though the yield was low, it was still better than last year. Farmers said they were worried at the start of the season when irregular rain threatened the flowers. But the rain did not destroy their hopes, though some pests and thrips caused damage. In the end, most of the 500-plus farmers in Muthalamada, both big and small, made some profit because there was early demand for their mangoes in north Indian markets.
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