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Appemidi Mango

By Karnataka  |  07 Sep, 2026  |  Comments Off on Appemidi Mango

  • Appemidi is a traditional mango cultivar of Karnataka.
  • It is primarily grown in the Malenadu region of Karnataka.
  • The name “Appemidi” means “Tender Mango” in Kannada.
  • It is popularly known as the “King of tender mangoes.”
  • It is highly valued by the pickle industry.
  • Mainly used to prepare the famous “Appe Midi Uppinakayi” (tender mango pickle).
  • Important growing areas are along the riverbeds of:
    • Aghanashini River
    • Bedti River
    • Sharavathi River
  • The mango is generally:
    • Small in size
    • Pulpy
    • Found in wild/natural conditions
  • Important qualities:
    • Excellent taste
    • Distinctive aroma
    • Good shelf life
    • Highly suitable for pickling
  • Major Appemidi varieties include:
    • Ananta Bhattana
    • Kanchappa
    • Karnakundala
  • GI Tag: Awarded on 4 September 2009.
  • GI registration was obtained through the Department of Horticulture, Bengaluru.
  • The GI registration was granted by the Geographical Indication Registry, Chennai.
  • Appemidi was the first mango variety from Karnataka to receive a GI tag, before Kari Ishad mango.
  • Exam point: Appemidi = Karnataka + Malenadu + Tender mango + Pickle + GI (2009).

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