Which is the most expensive mango in the world – Is Miyazaki mango really sold for up to Rs 3 lakh/kg? Why is “Egg of the Sun” so special – Is Japan’s farming technology its real secret? India’s Noor Jahan and Alphonso Aam are also in this race – can they compete with global luxury? Is mango no longer a fruit but a luxury item – what is the secret behind its prices?
Malkangiri/Tokyo. Mango is not called the king of fruits for no reason, but can you imagine a mango whose price is more than the premium iPhone in your hand or a luxury bike? Yes, we are talking about Miyazaki mango, which currently has the distinction of being the most expensive mango variety in the world. The price of this mango in the international market ranges from Rs 2.5 lakh to Rs 3 lakh per kg.
Till now it was believed that it could be grown only in controlled and highly modern laboratories in environments like Japan’s Miyazaki Prefecture. But this time, nature and human passion together have created such a miracle, which has surprised the agricultural scientists and security agencies of the country and the world. Deba Padhiyami, a tribal farmer from Malkangiri, a Naxal-affected and remote area of Odisha, has created a sensation by growing this ‘red gold’ crop in his field.
Four years of rigorous penance and ‘eggs of the sun’ hanging on a tree
In Japan, this magical mango is called ‘Taiyo no Tamago’ i.e. ‘egg of the sun’. Due to its deep red bright colour, unmatched juiciness and sweetness level of more than 15%, it remains the most valuable fruit in the world. Deba Padhiyami, a tribal farmer from Malkangiri, had planted this sapling four years ago. After four years of hard work, day and night care and caution, the 17 Miyazaki mangoes on his tree are finally fully ripe. As soon as these mangoes turned into their original ruby-red color, the news spread like wildfire throughout the area. For Deba Padhiyami, this crop has become not only a success but also a huge challenge.
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When security had to be increased for crops worth crores: an atmosphere of fear and suspense
Guarding the fields and fear of theft: > When 17 precious mangoes worth lakhs of rupees per kilogram are hanging in the open, it is natural for thieves and anti-social elements to take notice. The biggest suspense and fear facing Deba Padhiyami at this time is to protect her rare crop. From the local administration to the farmer’s family, everyone is extremely concerned about the safety of these mangoes and it is being monitored day and night. While this rare crop has increased people’s curiosity, farmers are now seeking help from the government and premium buyers so that they can get the right price for this international crop and safely deliver it to the market.
Why is the price of Miyazaki mango so exorbitant?
The secret of Miyazaki mango being so expensive lies in the very strict and unique methods of its cultivation. To grow these mangoes in Japan, each fruit is tied to the tree with a special net.
- Fall naturally: It is not broken manually; When the fruit is completely ripe, it automatically falls into the net.
- Uniform sunlight: Special reflectors are installed to ensure that every fruit gets equal sunlight.
- Gift Culture: In Japan, it is sold at premium auctions as part of the tradition of giving it a very luxurious and royal gift.
- Imperial competition: India’s ‘Noorjahan’ and ‘Alphonso’ compete
The growth of this Japanese mango in Malkangiri has sparked an interesting competition between India’s own royal mangoes – like the giant ‘Noorjahan’ of Alirajpur in Madhya Pradesh (which costs up to Rs 1,500 per piece) and the fragrant ‘Alphonso’ (Happus) of Deogarh in Maharashtra.
In this era of social media, rare fruits have become not just a food item but a status symbol and luxury experience. This magical harvest of Deba Padhiyami proves that if the courage is high, the soil of India can sprout even the most precious gems of the world. Now it remains to be seen which premium buyer makes these 17 ‘eggs of the sun’ the pride of his plate!