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Loquat

August 26, 2026
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Loquat trees are laden with bright orange fruit just as winter starts to recede.

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Mulberry

August 26, 2026
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Also known as King’s Berries, mulberries are delicate, tart summer staples.

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Apricot

August 19, 2026
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This soft, sweet stone fruit is an important marker of the region of Ladakh.

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Chaunsa Mango

July 7, 2026
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Known for its exceptional sweetness, rich aroma, and almost buttery texture, Chaunsa is a crowd favourite.

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Hog Plum

July 7, 2026
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This sweet-and-sour fruit can be enjoyed raw, cooked, or pickled.

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Gular

June 19, 2026
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Commonly found growing in clusters along the road, these fruits are abundant but often neglected.

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Dalle Khursani

May 27, 2026
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This round, fiery GI-tagged chilli is commonly found across Sikkim, Darjeeling, and Kalimpong.

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Cashew

April 23, 2026
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A tropical crop valued for its edible seed and fruit, cashew is widely used across cuisines in India.

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Jujube

March 22, 2026
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Known for its crisp, sweet, and sometimes tart flesh, Indian jujube, or ber, can be eaten in several ways.

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Plantain

March 22, 2026
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A staple fruit in tropical India, plantain has a place in daily meals as both a vegetable and fruit.

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