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Taiwanese mangos supplied to Japanese schools as students’lunch praised for their exceptional taste and mellowness

Release date:2022-07-14
As part of its initiative to introduce Taiwanese fruits to the Japanese market, the Agriculture and Food Agency, Council of Agriculture (AFA) supplies TAP-certified quality mangos for six schools in Kasama City, Japan to serve in their lunch. For this cause, Representative Frank Hsieh of the Taipei Cultural and Economic Representative Office in Japan visits Kasama Municipal Inada Junior High School to join the students for lunch. It is estimated that 2,500 teachers and students will get to enjoy quality TAP mangos from Taiwan. The fruits are served with a table mat featuring food and farming education content specifically created by the AFA, which caught the attention of students upon being presented. Students also marvel at the papery skins and thick aromas of the mangos, calling it a heavenly enjoyment. They enthusiastically discuss the mangos like their origin being Tainan and Pingtung and their prime season being between May and August. The AFA further indicates that mangos have been an exquisite fruit to Japanese people due to their high prices, so few Japanese have the experience of preparing and slicing mangos. To break that boundary, the AFA collaborates with Kasama Office in Taiwan to film a tutorial video ([https://www.afa.gov.tw/cht/index.php?code=list&ids=3341]) on how to properly slice a mango for the reference of Japanese consumers.

Taiwan’s mango exports to Japan grow year over year to reflect its quality and safety attributes
The AFA expresses that Taiwan cultivates a diverse line of mango varieties including Irwin, Jinhuang, Yuwen, Xishi, and Keitt. They are mainly cultivated in southern Taiwan, with orchards located in hilly areas with good drainage, ample sunshine, and large in-day temperature fluctuation. These factors contribute to mango's firm texture, high sugary content, flaming red skin upon ripening, and thick aromas. Farmers have been exceptionally attentive to safety and quality management by implementing pruning and bagging early. Obtaining TAP certification further warrants the quality of mangos. The export volume grew from 431 metric tons in 2016 to 869 metric tons in 2021, showing a whopping 102% growth. As of July 11, this year (2022), Japan had bought 472 metric tons to become the second largest importer of Taiwanese mangos, and as a market, it has further potential to grow.

Seize the moment and grab your piece of Taiwanese mango now
The AFA points out that Taiwanese mangos are rich in ingredients like dietary fibers and natural anti-oxidants like β-Carotene. They are an excellent choice to promote health for modern people who seek longevity. With the harvest season of mangos in the Tainan region unfolding as we speak, we shouldn't be behind our foreign guests in adding mangos to our dietary mix to improve our health. Show your token of support for Taiwanese farmers and play your part in promoting the long-term development of Taiwan's agriculture!
 
Japanese students smile upon chewing a mango slice
Shinju Yamaguchi, the Mayor of Kasama City, introduces Taiwanese mangos to local school children
Taiwanese mangos and table mats with food and farming education content debut at 6 schools in Kasama City, Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan
Representative to Japan Frank Hsieh presents TAP mangos from Taiwan to Japanese students

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Japanese students smile upon chewing a mango slice Japanese students smile upon chewing a mango slice(jpg)
Shinju Yamaguchi, the Mayor of Kasama City, introduces Taiwanese mangos to local school children Shinju Yamaguchi, the Mayor of Kasama City, introduces Taiwanese mangos to local school children(jpg)
Taiwanese mangos and table mats with food and farming education content debut at 6 schools in Kasama City, Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan Taiwanese mangos and table mats with food and farming education content debut at 6 schools in Kasama City, Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan(jpg)
Representative to Japan Frank Hsieh presents TAP mangos from Taiwan to Japanese students Representative to Japan Frank Hsieh presents TAP mangos from Taiwan to Japanese students(jpg)
Comparison of different methods to slice a mango Comparison of different methods to slice a mango(pdf)

  • Origin:Crop Production Division
  • Refresh Date:2022-11-14