Hapus mangoes are very special and they're now being sold in Sindhudurg. They're priced at ₹1,500 for a dozen, which means 12 mangoes. This price is similar to other fancy mangoes like Alphonso and Pairi, which are selling for about ₹1,400 to ₹1,500 for a dozen too.
Right now, the prices of mangoes can change a lot during the mango season. Experts believe that by May, the prices will drop a lot. They think the prices will be around ₹400 to ₹500 for a dozen after the main harvest. This means the price could go down by 70% from what it's now!
Even though Hapus mangoes are expensive, many mango lovers still want to buy them. They're willing to pay a high price to get these tasty mangoes, even if they've to spend more money. This helps keep the prices high, even though some people can't afford them.
The early selling of Hapus mangoes is different from what usually happens. Some people want to buy them right away, no matter the cost, while others prefer to wait for lower prices.
Right now, Hapus mangoes are a premium product because of their high price. But, when the prices fall to ₹400-₹500 by May, more people will be able to buy them. This shows how supply and demand work in the mango market!
