Upcoming Alphonso Mango Season 2026 – Pre-Orders Open for Premium Ratnagiri Hapus
The long-awaited Alphonso mango season 2026 is now open, exciting mango lovers in India and overseas. Famous for its intense aroma, golden hue, and unmatched sweetness, the Ratnagiri Alphonso (Hapus) is truly the royalty of mangoes. To guarantee each customer experiences the best quality fruit, advance bookings begin on January 15, with deliveries starting from 15th March onwards.
This pre-booking system allows mango lovers to guarantee authentic GI-tagged Alphonso mangoes directly from reputed Konkan farms—guaranteeing authenticity and quality, timely delivery, and complete traceability.
Why Pre-Order Alphonso Mangoes
Each year, interest in Ratnagiri Alphonso mangoes far exceeds supply due to their limited harvest period and stringent quality standards. Through advance booking, customers guarantee access to genuine, naturally ripened fruit at its peak.
Key reasons to pre-order include:
? Secured supply during peak season
? Priority dispatch once harvesting begins
? Priority for top-grade fruit sourced directly from GI-certified farms
? Price protection against seasonal price hikes
With pre-ordering, customers enjoy confidence knowing their mangoes are booked before the rush.
Pre-Orders Open from 15th January
From January 15, customers can make their advance bookings for the 2026 Alphonso mango season. Early reservations help both farmers and customers—enabling smooth planning, fair distribution, and timely fulfilment.
During the booking phase:
? Restricted quantities are offered
? Orders processed on a priority basis
? No artificial ripening and no early harvesting used
Each mango is plucked at maturity, ensuring flavour and texture remain pure.
Mango Deliveries Begin 15th March
Deliveries begin on 15th March, coinciding with the natural harvest cycle of Hapus mangoes. This ensures every consignment arrives at the perfect stage of ripeness for consumption.
This schedule ensures:
? Fully matured mangoes
? Zero chemical ripening for safety and flavour
? True sweetness and aroma from the Konkan belt
Deliveries proceed through March to May, depending on harvest conditions and booking priority.
GI-Certified Farms of Ratnagiri and Devgad
The Hapus mango owes its signature flavour and aroma to the fertile coastal soil and balanced microclimate of the Konkan coast. All fruits under this programme come from approved orchards in these districts.
Every batch is:
? Handpicked at the right maturity
? Traditionally ripened without chemicals
? Sorted and graded for safe transport
? Dispatched fresh from farm to home
This authentic sourcing guarantees true Alphonso mangoes with premium quality.
What Customers Can Expect
Customers joining the advance booking plan can expect:
? Uniform fruit quality across batches
? Sturdy packaging to prevent damage
? Timely updates on dispatch and delivery
? Farm-direct mangoes from the current season
Natural variations in size, shape, or colour are expected and indicate that fruits are chemical-free and authentic.
Short Harvest Window
The Alphonso mango season typically runs from end of March to early June, depending on weather and flowering conditions. Since this fruit is highly seasonal, quantities stay restricted throughout the harvest.
Key points:
? Small early and late-season harvests
? Prime season fills up quickly
? Bookings close once the quota is fulfilled
Booking early is the smartest way to lock in authentic Hapus mangoes.
Ideal for Whom
Pre-ordering suits:
? Households who enjoy Alphonso mangoes each summer
? Mango enthusiasts seeking guaranteed quality
? Corporate clients arranging festive gifting
? Exporters managing fixed shipments
This pre-order method ensures reliability for both personal and bulk needs.
How to Handle Your Mangoes on Delivery
Upon receiving your Hapus mangoes:
? Store them at room temperature for gentle ripening
? Refrain from 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 2026 Alphonso Hapus season ushers Mango Alphonso in another golden opportunity to savour the famous Ratnagiri Hapus. With pre-orders starting January 15 and deliveries from March 15, customers can plan ahead to relish naturally ripened mangoes straight from Konkan.
Rare in supply but rich in flavour, these mangoes embody the authentic hapus essence of India’s summer. Book now to ensure your mangoes arrive at their sweetest best this season.