Gujarat’s farmers are switching to Sonpari mangoes — and for good reason. They look and taste like Alphonso, but are easier to grow, more weather-resistant, and offer up to four times the yield. In uncertain times, this homegrown variety is helping farmers earn better and grow stronger.
Every bite of mango carries a memory—and in Mumbai, the love for it runs deep. These 8 dishes, from nostalgic favourites to bold new twists, capture that emotion beautifully.
Gujarat’s farmers are switching to Sonpari mangoes — and for good reason. They look and taste like Alphonso, but are easier to grow, more weather-resistant, and offer up to four times the yield. In uncertain times, this homegrown variety is helping farmers earn better and grow stronger.
For the past three decades, the Jhariya family from Bhalchhel village in Gir, Gujarat, has been sourcing mangoes across India to create a unique mango orchard.