Pingtung's Gaoshu Township mangoes, including 'Farmer's Party No. 1,' hit market with sweet, juicy, low-fiber qualities
Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Pingtung County's Gaoshu Township is experiencing a peak harvest season for its "Farmer's Party No. 1" mangoes.
- These organic mangoes are praised for their sweetness, juiciness, and low fiber content, comparable to Irwin mangoes.
- The "Farmer's Party No. 1" variety, along with others like Yuwen and Xishi, are grown using pesticide-free methods.
The Gaoshu Township in Pingtung County, Taiwan, is celebrating the peak season for its organic mangoes, with the "Farmer's Party No. 1" variety drawing particular attention. Cultivated by farmers from the Good Fruit Cooperative, these mangoes are now officially on the market. They are highlighted for their health benefits, safety, and superior taste, boasting sweetness, juiciness, and minimal fiber. All harvested mangoes have passed pesticide residue tests, assuring consumers of their quality. Gaoshu Township's favorable environment, characterized by clean water sources and a dry climate influenced by the northeast monsoon, reduces pest and disease issues, creating ideal conditions for mango cultivation. The township dedicates approximately 200 hectares to mango farming, with "Farmer's Party No. 1," Yuwen, and Xishi being the primary varieties. The cooperative emphasizes pesticide-free cultivation, establishing a safe agricultural brand. The "Farmer's Party No. 1" mangoes, though lacking the vibrant color of some other varieties due to natural growing methods, offer a delicate aroma and a fine, juicy flesh. To provide a diverse tasting experience, the cooperative offers gift boxes featuring a mix of "Farmer's Party No. 1," Yuwen, and Xishi mangoes. Individual varieties can also be ordered. A 5-jin gift box containing "Farmer's Party No. 1" and Xishi mangoes costs NT$420 (NT$530 with shipping), while a 10-jin box including Yuwen, "Farmer's Party No. 1," and Xishi is NT$800 (NT$930 with shipping). These are delivered via post office standard temperature shipping.
Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.