Purbasthali Mango Farmers Hope for Bumper Harvest Amidst Blossom Boom, Weather Fears

• Purbasthali mango trees are covered in abundant blossoms, leading to optimism for a bumper harvest this year.
• Farmers note significantly more blossoms compared to last year, with necessary pesticides already applied.
• Despite initial optimism, concerns loom over potential damage from Kalbaishakhi storms, rain, fog, and hailstorms.
• Experienced trader Shibu Bhattacharya observes unprecedented blossoms but shares apprehension about weather impacts.
• Mangoes from the region supply markets in Kolkata, Durgapur, Bardhaman, Benachiti, Assam, Bihar, and Nepal border areas.