India: Mango season delayed due to erratic climate, cyclone Thane
Mango is cultivated in frost-free tropical and sub-tropical climates. More than a third of the world's mangoes is produced in India and Krishnagiri district is a major producer of some of the most popular varieties. According to the district's horticulture department, mango trees have been planted on 40,000 hectares of land in the district. About 7.3 tonnes of mangoes are produced per hectare. The fruit is harvested in the middle of February. In March/April, it is usually available in market.
The unseasonal weather has disrupted the flowering which happens mid-December. However, this season, the flowering was minimal. Consequently, there will be a delay in the arrival of the fruit in markets.
Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com