When is Dasheri mango season?

Dasheri mango season runs from June to July, reaching peak ripeness in mid-June. It is available after Alphonso and Kesar seasons have ended, making it a great summer continuation mango.

What does Dasheri mango taste like?

Dasheri has a mild, clean sweetness with delicate flavour. It is fiberless at full ripeness with a smooth, golden-yellow flesh. Less intense than Alphonso but extremely enjoyable as an everyday eating mango.

Is Dasheri mango good for eating?

Yes. Dasheri is excellent for direct eating. Its fiberless flesh, refreshing sweetness, and good size make it one of the most popular table mangoes in North India.

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UTTAR PRADESH · MALIHABAD

Dasheri Mango — The Pride of Malihabad, Uttar Pradesh

When North India's mango lovers talk about their favourite variety, Dasheri wins more arguments than any other. Grown primarily in Malihabad — a small town near Lucknow in Uttar Pradesh that the government of India designated as a “mango city” — Dasheri is the variety that made North India fall in love with mangoes.

With a golden-yellow, elongated form, fiberless flesh, subtle sweetness, and a satisfyingly long season, Dasheri is everything a reliable everyday mango should be.

VARIETY GUIDE

What Is Dasheri Mango?

Dasheri is a seedling variety believed to have originated in Dasheri village near Malihabad, Lucknow. The original tree reportedly still exists in the village. It has been cultivated for over 200 years and remains the most commercially important variety in UP. Browse our variety guide for more North Indian options.

Key Characteristics

Shape

Elongated, medium-sized (200–300g)

Skin colour

Greenish-yellow turning bright golden-yellow when fully ripe

Flesh

Light golden-yellow, smooth, fiberless at full ripeness

Taste

Mildly sweet with a delicate, subtle flavour — less intense than Alphonso but clean and refreshing

Aroma

Light, fresh — not overpowering

Early June

First fruits — slightly underripe, good for raw eating

Early harvest

Best Window

Mid-June to July

Peak season — fully ripe, golden yellow, maximum sweetness

Peak quality

Late July

Season ends — may appear scarce

Limited supply

Best buying window: Mid-June to July. This is when Dasheri is fully ripe, golden yellow, and at maximum sweetness.

Type

Price

Dasheri per kg (Malihabad, peak)

₹60 – ₹200/kg

Dasheri — 5 kg box

₹400 – ₹900

Dasheri — retail market

₹80 – ₹250/kg

Dasheri is considerably more affordable than premium varieties like Alphonso, making it a great everyday option for families.

ORIGIN

Malihabad — India's Mango Capital

Malihabad near Lucknow is often called the “Mango Capital of India” — a title it earns through both history and scale. The town and its surrounding belt grow over 30,000 acres of mango orchards, with Dasheri being the primary variety. The Malihabad mango belt accounts for a significant portion of UP's mango exports.

The Mango Mela (mango fair) in Lucknow, held annually in the last week of June, showcases hundreds of UP mango varieties including Dasheri, Langra, Safeda, Chausa, and many others. It is a pilgrimage for serious mango enthusiasts.

Dasheri mango originates from Dasheri village near Malihabad, Lucknow in Uttar Pradesh. It is the most commercially grown variety in UP's famous Malihabad mango belt.

FARM DIRECT

Fresh Dasheri from Malihabad — Season Opens in June

Fiberless, golden-yellow, and made for everyday eating. Ideal for North Indian tables and family boxes.

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