Archive · 19 May 2025
Mango Thieves Raid Orchards, Farmers Fight Back with Tech
In South Gujarat, India, mango orchards are being targeted by thieves who steal mangoes at night.
These thieves, often young men, sell the mangoes for much cheaper prices than farmers.
This has caused farmers to lose money and has led them to seek help from authorities.
To protect their mangoes, farmers are using guards, surveillance cameras, and even drones.
They are also asking the government to stop the illegal buying of stolen mangoes to prevent this issue from continuing.
Mango thefts are rampant in South Gujarat villages, with thieves targeting orchards at night.
Thieves sell stolen mangoes at significantly reduced prices, impacting farmers' profits.
Farmers have appealed to the authorities and are implementing security measures to combat theft.
Farmers are using guards, CCTV cameras, and drones to protect their mango crops.
The stolen mangoes enter the market, sold at premium retail prices.
- Who
- Young men aged 17-30 are stealing mangoes from orchards.
- What
- Mangoes are being stolen from orchards.
- When
- The thefts occur at night during mango season.
- Where
- South Gujarat villages, particularly in Valsad and Navsari districts.
- Why
- Thieves steal mangoes for quick money.
- Location
- Valsad and Navsari districts, South Gujarat
- Age of Thieves
- 17-30
- Market Price of Ripe Mangoes
- Rs 500 to Rs 1,500 per dozen
- Price Thieves Sell Stolen Mangoes
- Rs 500 for 20kg
- Estimated Mangoes Stolen Daily
- 1,500 to 2,000kg
- Mango Cultivation Area (Each District)
- 38,000 hectares (approx.)
