Mysuru Hosts Jackfruit and Mango Festivals to Promote Indigenous Fruits
Mysuru, India, held multiple organic fruit festivals in May 2026, including a two-day Jackfruit Festival (May 16-17) at Nanjaraj Bahadur Choultry and a three-day Organic Mango and Jackfruit Festival (May 29-31) at Nexus Centre City Mall. Organized by Sahaja Samrudha, the Horticulture Department, and others, the events showcased over 80 mango and 35 jackfruit varieties, including rare red 'Chandra Halasu.' The festivals featured tastings, competitions, workshops, and sales, attracting over 6,000 visitors and generating ₹30 lakh in business. They aimed to boost farmer incomes, conserve indigenous biodiversity, and promote climate-resilient crops.
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Mysuru hosts three-day organic mango and jackfruit festival
A three-day organic mango and jackfruit festival began at Nexus Centre City Mall in Mysuru on Friday, organized by the Department of Horticulture under the Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY). The event brings together organic farmers, consumers, and horticulture experts to create better market opportunities for farmers. Nearly 80 varieties of mangoes and over 35 varieties of jackfruit from across Karnataka are on display. The festival promotes direct farmer-consumer interaction, awareness about naturally ripened fruits, and region-specific varieties. It includes live cooking demonstrations, traditional food stalls, and workshops on urban horticulture and natural soap-making. Noted wildlife photographers Krupakar and Senani and Joint Director of Horticulture Manjunath Angadi attended the inauguration.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Over 80 Mango and 35 Jackfruit Varieties to be Showcased at Mysuru Organic Festival
An organic mango and jackfruit festival will be held from May 29 to 31 at Nexus Centre City Mall in Mysuru, India. Organized under the Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY) by the Horticulture Department, the event aims to create market opportunities for organic farmers and promote direct interaction between growers and consumers. Over 80 local and exotic mango varieties and more than 35 jackfruit varieties will be displayed. The festival includes live cooking demonstrations, workshops on urban horticulture and natural soap-making, children's drawing activities, and a theatrical performance. Special attractions include 'Tipu Bada Bagh' mangoes and jackfruit diversity from Alur. The event follows a successful similar fair held at Lalbagh in Bengaluru from May 23 to 25.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Mysuru Jackfruit Festival Concludes with Call to Conserve Indigenous Varieties
The two-day Jackfruit Festival in Mysuru concluded on May 17, 2026, drawing over 6,000 visitors and generating business transactions worth nearly ₹30 lakh. Organized at Nanjaraja Bahadur Choultry, the event featured competitions, exhibitions, and sales of indigenous fruit varieties. Shankare Gowda, Deputy Conservator of Forests, emphasized the urgent need to conserve and popularize rare indigenous jackfruit and mango species found in the region's forests to ensure their survival for future generations. The festival included a painting competition for children and various adult contests, such as jackfruit bulb-eating and weight-lifting. Significant commercial activity was reported, with brisk sales of organic products and rare red jackfruit varieties like 'Chandra Halasu.' Approximately 1,000 saplings of red jackfruit types were sold. Manjunath Angadi, Deputy Director of Horticulture, highlighted the newly established Kisan Mall near Kukkarahalli Lake, which will continue selling mangoes and jackfruits for an additional week to accommodate customers. The event was jointly organized by Sahaja Samrudha, Desi Seeds Producer Company, and the Department of Horticulture, aiming to promote agricultural biodiversity and support local farmers.
News Today: Breaking News, Top Headlines & Live Updates | The HinduTwo-Day Jackfruit Festival Inaugurated in Mysuru to Promote Native Fruit and Farmer Support
A two-day jackfruit festival was inaugurated at Nanjaraja Bahadur Choultry in Mysuru, organized by Sahaja Samrudha, Desi Seed Producer Company, and the Department of Horticulture. C. N. Shivaprakash, Managing Director of KAPPEC, emphasized the fruit's resilience to climate change and its potential for value-added products, promising institutional support for market linkages. He urged consumers to rediscover native jackfruit, often overlooked for imported alternatives. V. N. Mallikarjunaswamy, Joint Director of the Department of Kannada and Culture, highlighted the cultural significance of jackfruit and showcased diverse varieties, including the red-fleshed 'Chandra' type and white jackfruit suitable for diabetics. Dr. Gnanesh B.N. from ICAR–JSS Krishi Vigyan Kendra noted the nutritional benefits of jackfruit and its seeds. The festival features tastings, sales of various jackfruit delicacies like chips and biryani, and demonstrations of jackfruit-cutting machines. Organizers aim to revive interest in this traditional crop, providing economic hope for dryland farmers facing erratic rainfall, while encouraging urban consumers to support local agriculture through increased consumption of jackfruit products.
News Today: Breaking News, Top Headlines & Live Updates | The HinduJackfruit Festival Scheduled for May 16-17 in Mysuru to Promote Commercial Potential
Mysuru is set to host a two-day Jackfruit Festival on May 16 and 17 at Nanjaraj Bahadur Choultry. Organized by Sahaja Samrudha in collaboration with the Department of Horticulture and Desi Seed Producer Company, the event aims to highlight the commercial potential, nutritional value, and diversity of jackfruit. The festival seeks to change perceptions of jackfruit as an underutilized crop by showcasing its medicinal properties and climate resilience. Visitors can purchase various high-quality jackfruit varieties, including the rare red Chandra Halasu, along with grafted saplings and vegetable jackfruit. Additionally, organic farmers will sell popular mango varieties like Dasheri and Badami. The event features competitions such as jackfruit lifting, weight guessing, and eating contests, as well as a drawing competition for children. Beyond fresh produce, the fair offers value-added products like jams, chips, and pickles, alongside handicrafts and seeds. Rural entrepreneurs and women’s groups from across Karnataka will participate, aiming to provide better market opportunities for farmers while offering consumers direct access to fresh, organic produce. The festival will be inaugurated by C. N. Shivaprakash of KAPPEC.
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