Mysore/Mysuru, May 12 -- * Poor yield, weak demand leave growers worried

* Mango Mela from May 15 to 17

Mango, the king of fruits, famed for its rich taste and aroma, has arrived in city markets, but the scorching summer heat has kept customers away, triggering a sharp fall in prices.

This year's harsh summer has also affected mango cultivation. Unseasonal rain in January and February caused large-scale flower shedding, reducing yields by nearly 40 percent compared to last year.

Despite the lower production, growers are now facing distress as market prices continue to slide. As in previous years, different varieties of mangoes started arriving in markets from April.

While the fruit initially fetched good prices, rates have since decl...