Udupi Gardener Cultivates Rare Miyazaki Mango, Worth Rs 3 Lakh per Kg

A quiet orchard near Udupi has become the epicenter of a surprising agricultural breakthrough, as local gardener Anil Kumar managed to grow the highly prized Miyazaki mango for the first time in Karnataka. The 4-kilogram fruit, wrapped in a translucent skin and brimming with sweet juice, now fetches a staggering Rs 3 lakh per kilogram on the black market.

Rooted in the Munsur subdivision, this rare mango variety is typically cultivated in limited pockets in Japan and prized for its unique aroma, sugar content, and robust flavor profile. Years of experimentation with soil composition, irrigation schedules, and cross‑pollination techniques allowed Kumar to replicate the ideal conditions, turning his modest plot into a silo of potential high‑value produce. Experts who observed the cultivation process noted the mango’s exceptional maturity timeline and minimal pest resistance – traits that usually render it difficult to grow.

With such high prices, the ripple effect on the local economy is anticipated to be significant. Farmers in the district could turn rural orchards into profitable ventures, while the presence of a new, premium mango variety might attract agritourism and niche export markets. However, the sustainability of this endeavour depends on scaling the cultivation method without diluting quality. Source: Google News – Udupi.