Mango commerce in the Rajshahi region saw a thriving resurgence during the Eid-ul-Azha holiday. Markets in Rajshahi, Chapainawabganj, and Naogaon became full of energy as seasonal mango varieties reappeared, giving a major boost to farmers, traders, and the local economy. Before Eid, mango sales slowed down. Traders faced challenges such as closed courier services, cattle markets taking priority, and heavy rainfall. These issues drove prices down by around Tk 400–600 per mound. But right after the holiday, activity picked up as deliveries and trading resumed. Popular mango types like Langra, Khirsapat, and Himsagar returned in abundance. Meanwhile, harvesting began for later varieties such as Fazli, Amrapali, Ashwina, and BARI Mango-4, with others set to appear soon. Wholesale markets Baneswar, Shaheb Bazar, Haragram, Upashahar, Shalbagan, Rajabari, Godagari, Kansat, and Rohanpur turned into bright, bustling hubs again. Street vendors also added to the excitement, selling mangoes directly from rickshaw-vans and roadside carts. Morning traffic even rose thanks to the influx of shoppers. Traders say Langra and Himsagar currently fetch around Tk 2,600–2,800 per mound in Rajshahi, while Naogaon prices hover between Tk 1,200–1,600 per mound depending on quality. In Chapainawabganj, Langra sells for Tk 1,400–1,500, and Amrapali reaches up to Tk 3,500 based on size and quality. Online ordering has also returned. Orders via courier, Facebook, and WhatsApp are growing, helping urban customers receive fresh, formalin-free mangoes at their doorsteps. This modern connection boosts profits for farmers and entrepreneurs in rural areas. The economic impact is strong. About 265,000 farmers and orchard owners in the region rely on mango cultivation. Around 130,000 workers are involved in harvesting, sorting, packaging, transportation, and sales. Daily volumes average around 30 mounds sold through Shaheb Bazar alone, earning Tk 3,500–4,500 per mound. Large shipments are sent daily to Dhaka and other cities, using buses, trains, trucks, and private vehicles . This movement supports many local jobs and ensures a steady supply to urban markets. Overall, the mango season has injected fresh vitality into the regional economy. Growers get fair prices, workers find daily work, families find new food sources, and buyers enjoy sweet, safe fruit. As mango markets thrive once more, rural communities are filled with fresh energy and optimism, all due to the king of fruits.
