California Keitt Mangos Mean Big Fruit & Big Flavor

The heyday of Mexican mango season is winding down, setting the stage for a very special tropical treat to make its debut. Large in size and big on flavor, California grown Keitt mangos have buttery golden flesh with sweet, rich mango flavor. Without any stringy fibers, the silky fruit is delicious sliced fresh and in salads, salsas and desserts.  

What makes these mangos extra special? As the Mexican season wraps up, harvest moves to California’s Coachella Valley. These are some of the only certified organic mangos available domestically, which has some real benefits. California mangos are given more a little extra time to ripen on the tree because they don’t have to undergo a hot water bath like imported mangos, and they don’t have to travel as far or for as long. Less transportation also means a lower carbon footprint, saving the fuel required for extended trips and refrigeration. 

One important note: Keitt mangos stay green even when they’re ripe, so the color of the skin isn’t an indicator of how ripe and delicious the fruit is. To test for ripeness, give these mangos a gentle squeeze. If they yield slightly, they’re ready to enjoy.  

The Keitt mango harvest is just getting started in California. Volume will pick up in September and last through October, with plenty of mangos for sales and ad sheets.  

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