'King of Fruits' mangoes hit the market in Karnataka's Shivamogga

Shivamogga (Karnataka), May 17 (ANI): Mangoes hit the market and crossed almost Rs 100 per kg in Karnataka's Shivamogga. Traders in Shivamogga are buying mangoes for Rs 30 to Rs 40 per kg. Local sellers and street vendors are selling the mangoes at Rs 100 per kg or even higher than that. Traders are busy buying different varieties of mangoes from the farmers and also from the plantation owners due to its high demand. Heat waves are continuing in the month of May and usual rain is delayed this year, which automatically extend the selling period of mangoes.