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Arab Times
4 days ago
- Business
- Arab Times
‘Mango Mania' festival boosts Indian mango presence in Kuwaiti markets
KUWAIT CITY, July 27: The Embassy of India in Kuwait, in collaboration with the Agricultural and Processed Food Export Development Authority (APEDA), launched a large-scale promotional campaign to market Indian mangoes and other agricultural products. The campaign included festivals in major shopping malls and hypermarkets, as well as meetings between exporters and importers, on July 23-24. In a press statement, the embassy explained that the goal of the event is to strengthen India's position as a reliable source of high-quality mangoes in the Kuwaiti market, especially since Kuwait is among the top five importers of mangoes from India, with a value exceeding $3 million last year. The campaign included a major event titled 'Mango Mania', at Lulu Hypermarket in Al-Rai, which was inaugurated by Indian Ambassador to Kuwait Dr. Adarsh Swaika, with the participation of a delegation of 10 Indian exporters. The delegation presented several Indian mango varieties, such as Chausa, Mallika, Amrapali, Dasheri, Fazli, and Langra from Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal. Fazli mango received special attention due to its Geographical Indication of Origin (GI) label. Meanwhile, the embassy organized a meeting between Indian exporters and local importers at the Kuwait Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI); with the ambassador, KCCI director general, and representatives of major retail and hypermarket companies in attendance
India.com
24-07-2025
- Business
- India.com
Mukesh Ambani owns Asia's largest mango orchard, over 200 varieties of mangoes are grown here, it is located.., it is named..
Mukesh Ambani owns Asia's largest mango orchard, over 200 varieties of mangoes are grown here, it is located.., it is named.. Mango is often referred to as the king of fruits. After waiting an entire year, everyone gets to eat mangoes in the summer when they are ripe. India is home to many different varieties of mangoes such as Alphonso, Malda, Langra, Dasheri, Chausa, etc. You wouldn't believe that Mukesh Ambani, India's richest man, also has a mango orchard that has made his company one of the largest mango exporters in the world. In 1997, while facing environmental challenges at the Jamnagar refinery, Reliance transformed barren land into the Dhirubhai Ambani Lakhbaug Amrani orchard. Which mango varieties are grown in Ambani's orchard? Did you know that Mukesh Ambani, one of the richest men in the world, owns a huge mango orchard in Jamnagar, Gujarat that spans about 600 acres? The 'Dhirubhai Ambani Lakhibagh Aamrai' consists of over 150,000 trees producing more than 200 types of mangoes, including premium varieties such as Hapus (Alphonso) and Kesar. Each year, thousands of tonnes of the premium mangoes are exported around the world from Ambani's orchard because of their amazing taste, smell, and quality. The orchard can be considered an agricultural laboratory where researchers are using avenues such as soil health monitoring, drip irrigation, and organic agriculture to make certain that the yield and quality are internationally competitive. Why did Reliance decide to convert barren land into a mango orchard? Mukesh Ambani started growing mangoes in 1998 and converted barren and saline land into fertile soil, taking into consideration the environmental and pollution control needs of the area. Nita Ambani personally cares for and supervises the ongoing care of this large garden tract. In 1997, when Reliance's Jamnagar refinery encountered serious pollution problems, which prompted the Pollution Control Board to deliver stringent environmental warnings and enforcement. Reliance not only took it as a challenge but as an opportunity to rehabilitate the wastelands surrounding the refinery as mango orchards and start the Dhirubhai Ambani Lakhibagh Amraai. Where is this massive orchard located? How much revenue does Reliance generate from this mango business? According to media reports, Reliance holds a 25% share of India's premium mango market, which is distributed through its huge retail network of more than 10,000 Reliance Retail stores and online, where they are marketed to a wide consumer base, accounting for approximately Rs 200 crore (US$25 million) in annual revenue domestically. Reliance also provides modern farming training to local farmers here. Every year, approximately 1 lakh plants are given to the farmers free of charge to enable the farmers to make some additional money. Most notably, mango has established a strong business tie between India and America, and Mukesh Ambani's garden is helping to fulfill the increasing demand for Indian mangoes in the US and Europe.
India Gazette
11-07-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
India's Consulate in Seattle hosts mango tasting event
Seattle [US], July 11 (ANI): As part of the Indian Consulate General in Seattle's trade promotion and increased market access initiatives, CGI, in partnership with Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) hosted a special event showcasing the 'Flavors of Indian Mangoes' on Thursday (local time). The event curated a mango tasting experience offering the best of the five distinct varieties of Indian mangoes, i.e., Dussehri, Chausa, Langra, Mallika, and Totapuri, for leading importers and select media from Seattle, the Consulate said in a statement. In a post on X, the Consulate said, 'King of Fruits: Mangoes from India savoured in Seattle! In partnership with APEDA, CGI Seattle showcased five distinct varieties of Indian Mangoes today Dussehri, Chausa, Langra, Mallika and Totapuri. Thanks Washington State Attorney General Nick Brown, State Senator Dhingra and Seattle Port Commissioner Sam Cho - for participating in the mango tasting session!' Washington State Attorney General Nick Brown was the Guest of Honour, along with Washington State Senator Manka Dhingra and Seattle Port Commissioner Sam Cho. The participating dignitaries savoured each of the five mango varieties and appreciated their distinctive aroma, texture, and sweetness. During the event, presentations by industry experts also underscored how 'Mango-The King of Fruits' is celebrated in India across cultures, as a uniquely shared family experience. It may be noted that in 2024, mangoes from India registered a 19 per cent growth in exports to the United States, reaffirming it as one of the key export markets, as per the statement. In another Indian Food Festival and Mango Promotion event, hosted in Redmond on July 9, a separate session on mango tasting was organised, which was attended by Washington State Representative Alex Ybarra, along with other leading members of the media and the Indian American community. Meetings between exporters of Indian mangoes and US Retail representatives were also held on the sidelines to explore opportunities for wider availability of premium Indian mangoes in the regional market of the US Pacific Northwest, the statement said. (ANI)
NDTV
11-07-2025
- Business
- NDTV
India's Finest Mangoes Showcased In Seattle
New York/Seattle: Seattle got a taste of the best of Indian mangoes at a special event hosted to showcase a variety of the popular fruit and explore opportunities for wider availability of premium mangoes from India in the regional market. The Consulate General of India in Seattle, in partnership with the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), hosted a special event on Thursday showcasing the 'Flavors of Indian Mangoes'. The event was part of the Consulate's trade promotion and increased market access initiatives. The event curated a mango-tasting experience, offering the best of the five distinct varieties of Indian mangoes - Dussehri, Chausa, Langra, Mallika and Totapuri - for leading importers and select media from Seattle, according to a press statement issued by the Seattle Consulate. The Guest of Honour at the event was Washington State Attorney General Nick Brown, along with Senator Manka Dhingra and Seattle Port Commissioner Sam Cho. "The participating dignitaries savoured each of the five mango varieties and appreciated their distinctive aroma, texture, and sweetness," the Consulate said. In 2024, mangoes from India registered a 19 per cent growth in exports to the US, reaffirming it as one of the key export markets. The event also included presentations by industry experts who underscored how 'Mango-The King of Fruits' is celebrated in India across cultures, as a uniquely shared family experience. At another Indian Food Festival and Mango Promotion event, hosted in Redmond on July 9, a separate session on mango tasting was organised, which was attended by Washington State Representative Alex Ybarra, along with other leading members of the Indian American community and media. "Meetings between exporters of Indian mangoes and US Retail representatives were also held on the sidelines, to explore opportunities for wider availability of premium Indian mangoes in the regional market of the US Pacific Northwest," the Consulate said.
Time of India
11-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Seattle sinks its teeth into mango mania as India eyes bigger exports in juiciest diplomacy yet:
Seattle was treated to a delicious slice of India this week as the Consulate General of India, in partnership with the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), rolled out an event celebrating the country's most cherished fruit—the mango. Held on Thursday, the 'Flavors of Indian Mangoes' event aimed not only to delight taste buds but also to explore ways to make premium Indian mangoes a regular feature in grocery aisles across the US Pacific Northwest. Five varieties, one unforgettable tasting Guests were invited to sample five distinctive mango varieties—Dussehri, Chausa, Langra, Mallika, and Totapuri. Each had its moment in the spotlight as leading importers and select media from Seattle discovered their signature aromas, textures, and vibrant sweetness. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Play War Thunder now for free War Thunder Play Now Undo The experience was crafted to show how mangoes are much more than just a summer fruit in India—they are a cultural icon, a family ritual, and a national passion. 'The participating dignitaries savoured each variety and appreciated their richness,' the Consulate shared in a statement. Live Events A lineup of distinguished guests The evening welcomed several prominent figures, including Washington State Attorney General Nick Brown, Senator Manka Dhingra, and Seattle Port Commissioner Sam Cho. Their presence underscored growing enthusiasm for strengthening agricultural trade ties between India and Washington State. Earlier in the week, a separate Indian Food Festival and Mango Promotion event was hosted in Redmond on July 9, where Washington State Representative Alex Ybarra joined members of the Indian American community for an exclusive tasting session. Trade talks & market expansion Beyond the tasting, the event doubled as a platform to promote Indian mango exports. In 2024, India recorded a 19% increase in mango exports to the US, reaffirming America as a key growth market. Industry experts gave presentations highlighting the mango's journey from Indian orchards to American homes and its importance as a symbol of cultural heritage. On the sidelines, exporters and US retail representatives held discussions aimed at expanding the presence of premium Indian mangoes throughout the region. 'The meetings explored ways to bring the King of Fruits to more consumers in the Pacific Northwest,' the Consulate noted. (With PTI inputs)
