In its early days, Fangshan was not a prime agricultural area due to its narrow, elongated geography (backed by mountains and facing the sea) and strong winter winds. Residents relied mainly on fishing or small-scale cultivation of drought-resistant crops for their livelihood. It wasn't until the 1960s, when Taiwan introduced the Irwin mango variety from the United States and promoted it in southern Taiwan, that Fangshan's fate began to change. Farmers at the time discovered that although the soil was poor and the winds were strong, the area had excellent drainage and abundant sunshine, making it highly potential for growing high-quality fruit trees.

The core of Fangshan mango's history lies in its unique "climate tempering." From October to April each year, strong downwind winds from the Central Mountain Range blast down, posing a significant threat to most fruit trees. However, Fangshan farmers have utilized these strong winds to develop unique pruning techniques. The strong winds suppress excessive foliage, allowing the plant to precisely allocate limited nutrients to the fruit; simultaneously, sea breezes from the Bashi Channel carry trace elements, giving the fruit a distinctive texture and an enticing, apple-red appearance. 

Throughout its history, Fangshan has successfully secured its position as a "pioneer in the harvest season." Due to its southerly location, temperatures rise earlier, and the sunlight reflects more intensely, Fangshan's Irwin mangoes typically hit the market a month earlier than those from Tainan. Farmers' continuous refinement of bagging techniques and their insistence on natural ripening (without artificial ripening agents) have allowed "Fangshan Mangoes" to gradually become synonymous with "high quality" and "freshness" in the market since the 1980s, officially establishing its authoritative position on the Taiwanese mango map.

Entering the 21st century, the history of Fangshan mangoes shifted towards branding and internationalization. From being sold in roadside piles, they have evolved to now being sold in high-end department stores and exported to Japan and South Korea. The emergence of farmer organizations such as "MangoHouse" symbolizes a comprehensive upgrade from simple farming to automated grading, strict pesticide testing, and brand design.