![]() The reputation of the Alphonso mango is unlike any other, a name that conveys an assurance of quality. Prior to this, the Malihabadi Dashehari from Uttar Pradesh, the Banaganapalle from Andhra Pradesh, the Appemidi from Karnataka, the Fazli, Himsagar and Laxman Bhog from West Bengal, the Jardalu from Bihar and the Gir Kesar from Gujarat have all received their GI tags. However, this is not the first time that any mango has received a GI tag in the Indian market. It is grown across the 200-kilometre-long Konkan coastline in Devgad and Ratnagiri. The king of Indian mangoes, the Alphonso mango from Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg and adjoining areas in Maharashtra, had already acquired the GI tag Octofrom the government. Later, a host of items ranging from agricultural produce to handicrafts to spices and textiles, all received GI tags for their uniqueness. One of the first was Darjeeling Tea, that received a GI tag in 2004. ![]() Additionally, the recognition and protection of the products and their markets allows the producers to maintain precision, authenticity and the reputation on which it was once produced.Ī lot of products in India have received GI tags over the years. Their products are unique in nature and have a distinctive feature which has its own clientele globally and nationally.Ī GI recognition using a marker gives the products an assurance of quality and authenticity to consumers and ensures a sustained livelihood to the communities that produce them. GI-tagged products are often produced indigenously and traditionally by communities over generations. It helps in the implementation of a better food system that can be traced back to the producer for its authenticity. GI tagging is a potential tool to drive food quality and safety, considering the scale of India’s unorganised food processing industry. ![]() Geographical indications are typically used for agricultural products, foodstuffs, wine and spirit drinks, handicrafts and industrial products. Please note that mango can lose weight daily at the rate of 2 to 5 percent.In India, Geographical Indications (GI) registration is administered by the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act of 1999. There can be a large variation in the weight of the fruit depending upon many factors such as the rate of ripening, the nature of the fruit etc. **The weight range specified is a guideline and gives the range when the fruit is being packed. Count depends upon how many fruits can be safely packed in the box without causing spoilage. Please note that the size of the fruit can vary widely during a season. *The size and count specified is the most likely number based on our experience. Top Selling, High Demand product- generally sells out. Actual delivery dates may vary due to seasonal and logistics variations. However, please note that the batch dates are only a guideline (based on our experience and best estimate for this season). Each shipment is generally delivered by the Saturday of the batch week.We have also developed an elaborate protocol to handle this super sensitive mango, which when consumed in all its glory can transport you to a different dimension. We have relationships with Top Alphonso growing orchards in the region.We have been shipping this premium product since 2007, when Indian mangoes were allowed into the USA. The Alphonso mango is our most popular mango variety.Our Alphonso mangoes come mostly from the world famous, Geographical Index (GI) protected, Ratnagiri and Devgad regions of India. Alphonso mangoes are called the King of Mangoes for their rich flavor, aroma and taste.
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