Alphonso Mango Season 2026 – Pre-Orders Open for GI-Certified Ratnagiri Hapus
The long-awaited 2026 Alphonso mango harvest is here, bringing joy to mango lovers across India and worldwide. Celebrated for its intense aroma, vibrant colour, and distinctive taste, the Ratnagiri Hapus Alphonso is truly the crown jewel of mangoes. To ensure everyone enjoys the finest fruit, advance bookings begin on 15th January, with deliveries starting from 15th March onwards.
This reservation system allows mango lovers to secure certified GI-tagged Alphonso mangoes directly from reputed Konkan farms—ensuring freshness, timely delivery, and farm-to-door assurance.
Why Pre-Order Alphonso Mangoes
Each year, the craze for Ratnagiri Alphonso mangoes far exceeds supply due to their short growing window and high quality standards. By pre-ordering, customers secure receipt of genuine, naturally ripened fruit at its peak.
Key advantages to pre-order include:
? Secured supply during peak season
? Faster dispatch once harvesting begins
? Priority for top-grade fruit sourced from Ratnagiri and Devgad
? Stable pricing against seasonal price hikes
With pre-ordering, customers enjoy confidence knowing their mangoes are secured early.
Advance Booking Starts 15th January
From January 15, customers can place their advance bookings for the 2026 Alphonso mango season. Advance bookings help both growers and buyers—enabling smooth planning, balanced supply, and timely fulfilment.
During the booking phase:
? Limited quantities are offered
? Orders processed on a first-come, first-served basis
? Only natural ripening and fully matured harvests used
Each mango is harvested naturally, ensuring flavour and quality remain authentic.
Dispatch Timeline from 15th March
Deliveries start on 15th March, coinciding with the natural fruiting cycle of Ratnagiri Alphonso mangoes. This ensures every consignment arrives at optimal maturity for consumption.
This schedule ensures:
? Fully matured mangoes
? Zero chemical ripening for safety and flavour
? Authentic sweetness and aroma from the Konkan belt
Deliveries continue through March to May, depending on weather conditions and booking priority.
Authentic Sourcing from Ratnagiri and Devgad
The Alphonso mango owes its signature flavour and fragrance to the fertile coastal soil and balanced microclimate of the Konkan coast. All fruits under this programme come from government-registered orchards in these districts.
Every batch is:
? Handpicked at the right maturity
? Naturally ripened without artificial agents
? Inspected and packed for safe transport
? Delivered fresh from farm to customer
This traceable supply chain guarantees genuine Alphonso mangoes with premium quality.
Your Mango Delivery Experience
Customers joining the pre-order programme can expect:
? Uniform fruit quality across batches
? Protective packaging to prevent damage
? Timely updates on shipment status
? Fresh mangoes from the latest season
Natural differences in size, shape, or colour are normal and indicate that fruits are chemical-free and authentic.
Limited Season, Limited Quantities
The Alphonso mango season typically runs from end of March to June start, depending on climate and flowering conditions. Since this fruit is highly seasonal, quantities stay restricted throughout the harvest.
Key points:
? Limited early and late-season harvests
? Prime season fills up quickly
? Bookings close once the quota is reached
Booking early is the best way to lock in authentic Alphonso Mango Hapus mangoes.
Perfect for
Pre-ordering suits:
? Families who enjoy Alphonso mangoes every year
? Individuals seeking authentic quality
? Businesses arranging festive gifting
? Exporters managing fixed shipments
This pre-order method ensures dependability for both home Mango Alphonso and bulk needs.
How to Handle Your Mangoes on Delivery
Upon receiving your Hapus mangoes:
? Store them at room temperature for gentle ripening
? Avoid refrigeration until fully ripe
? Consume within a few days for peak flavour and freshness
Proper handling enhances the legendary Alphonso experience—luscious, fragrant, and melt-in-the-mouth.
Final Note
The Alphonso mango season 2026 ushers in another golden opportunity to savour the renowned Ratnagiri Hapus. With pre-orders starting January 15 and deliveries beginning 15th March, customers can book early to relish farm-fresh mangoes directly from Ratnagiri.
Limited in number yet supreme in quality, these mangoes represent the true essence of India’s summer. Pre-order ahead to ensure your mangoes arrive perfectly ripe this season.