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EPISODE · Jun 3, 2026 · 9 MIN

Demand for Indian mangoes soar as cargo fees rise

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Global demand for premium Indian mangoes has reached an all-time high, transforming the seasonal fruit into an expensive luxury item as air freight costs spike. Despite retail prices in the United States soaring to nearly seven to ten times what they cost in India, overseas shipments are selling out before flights even land.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/today-explained--6659607/support.Don’t miss our latest episodes! follow us to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support our podcast to serve update news entire the world!

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