Ice Apples: A Summer Essential for Telangana's Farmers and Residents
Hyderabad's summer relief: Ice apples offer cool treat & farmer income

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As summer heat intensifies in Telangana, residents are turning to ice apples, or munjalu, for refreshment. Farmers from Nalgonda district benefit economically from selling these seasonal fruits, which are in high demand for their cooling properties. Despite rising costs, vendors maintain prices to support their loyal customers.
- 01Ice apples are sold for ₹100 (roughly $1.20) per dozen by vendors from Ramachandrapuram village in Nalgonda district.
- 02The fruit is celebrated for its health benefits and is considered a chemical-free summer delicacy.
- 03Vendors face challenges in sourcing the fruits due to high demand, especially in the current intense heat.
- 04Despite increased transportation costs, vendors have kept prices stable to ensure accessibility for customers.
- 05The ice apple trade serves as a crucial seasonal income source for farmers who primarily engage in agriculture.
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As the summer heat grips Telangana, residents are flocking to purchase ice apples, locally known as munjalu, from vendors at Ashok Nagar Bridge in Hyderabad. These translucent fruits, harvested from palm trees, have been sold by farmers from Ramachandrapuram village in Nalgonda district for nearly 30 years. Neelam Shivaram, a local vendor, highlights the health benefits of ice apples, describing them as one of the purest and most refreshing treats available during the hot months of April and May. Vendors are currently selling them at ₹100 (roughly $1.20) per dozen, maintaining this price despite rising transportation costs. The demand for ice apples has surged this year due to the intense heat, leading vendors to face challenges in sourcing enough fruit to meet customer needs. Each vendor typically brings 4 to 5 bags of ice apples daily, which sell out quickly. Once the two-month season ends, these farmers return to their primary agricultural activities, cultivating crops like cotton and paddy, underscoring the importance of this seasonal trade for their income.
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The availability of ice apples provides a refreshing option for residents during the hot summer months while supporting local farmers' income.
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