The most well-known of the more than 80 native types of mangoes found in the coastal state of Goa, known locally as "mankurad," are fetching a hefty average price of Rs 5,000 per dozen in local marketplaces. Mankur mangoes, sometimes called malcorado or early mangoes, are expensive since there is a restricted supply and an early ripening and harvesting season, according to vendors and growers.
Though the initial batch of mankurad mangoes generally sells for a premium price, this season's fruit came in the market a month earlier than normal, driving up the price even further, according to Rajesh Dhargalkar, vice-president of the All Goa Mango Growers Association.
A dozen was sold for around Rs 3,000–3,500 at wholesale. However, according to Dhargalkar, it is currently retailing for between Rs 5,000 and Rs 6,000 a dozen in Panaji, Mapusa, Bicholim, and coastal districts. This season's limited supply of mankurad has also contributed to a price increase that is likely to last for several weeks.
Originally, this mango type was known as "malcorado," which translates to "poor colour" in Portuguese. Over time, the term changed to become mankurad instead. The Goa "mankurad" mango, also known as the "mankurad," received the Geographical Indications Registry (GI) designation last year in Chennai. Mankurad are tiny to medium-sized fruits with an oblique oval form, vivid yellowish orange or red skin that has been blushed, and a thick, pulpy texture and sweet flavour.
