Mango sellers in south London say a shortage of India's prized Alphonso variety is pushing up prices and limiting supply at the height of the season. In Tooting, a long-standing hub for South Asian food and culture, traders report fewer deliveries than usual this spring. The Alphonso, often called the "king of mangoes" for its sweetness, rich flavour and distinctive aroma, is typically flown into the UK each year between April and June. But traders say supply is lower this year and prices have risen as a result, with global factors linked to the Middle East affecting the journey from orchard to market. Industry crop reports state adverse weather conditions in parts of India have led to low production of the prized fruit. Shabir Khan has been selling Alphonso mangoes in Tooting for 24 years. Each spring, his Mango Uncle stall draws crowds from across the capital who are eager to buy the prized fruit. "At this time of year, normally many of London's high streets are flooded with Alphonsos," Mr Khan says. "But this year it's different." He attributes the increase in prices partly to disruption in global air routes and longer freight routes, linked to conflict in the Middle East. "The
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