Mango doctor |Complete guide to Mango Cultivation

Mango is considered as the National Fruit of India and symbolizes prosperity, happiness and cultural richness. Known as the King of Fruits, mango is loved by millions across the world.The word Mango comes from Tamil word மாங்காய் (Maangai) During mango season people eagerly wait to enjoy this delicious fruit in different forms such as fresh fruit, pickles, juices and desserts.

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Different Ways Mango is Consumed

Tender Mango or baby mangoes or Vadu Mangai

Vadu mango are widely used for making traditional Vadu Mangai pickle which is very popular in Tamil Nadu.

Raw Mango Uses

• Raw mango with salt and chilli
• Mango chutney
• Mango rice
• Mango sambar
• Fish curry with raw mango

Raw mangoes are also widely used for making spicy mango pickles that last for many months.

Ripe Mango Uses

• Mango juice
• Mango smoothies
• Mango cakes
• Mango desserts
• Mango jams and jellies

Famous Mango Pickles in India

Andhra Pradesh

The famous Avakai pickle is prepared using large pieces of raw mango with spicy masala.

Tamil Nadu

Cut mango pickle is usually prepared using Totapuri mangoes.

Popular Mango Varieties in India

You can explore more information about different mango varieties in India.

Mango Variety	Region	Taste
Alphonso	Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu	Rich premium flavour
Banganapalli	Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu	Sweet and fiberless
Imam Pasand	Tamil Nadu &Telengana	Royal taste
Malgova	Salem,Tamil Nadu	Large and sweet
Raspuri	Tamil nadu& Karnataka	Juicy dessert mango
Dasheri	Uttar Pradesh	Classic sweet mango
Kesar	Gujarat & Tamil nadu, Karnataka	Aromatic
Neelam	Tamil nadu	Late season variety

One of the premium mangoes is Imam Pasand mango known for its royal flavour.

Mango Doctor – Farmers Friend

Mango Doctor helps farmers manage the entire mango farming from choosing right sapling to fruit production and marketing. Farmers interested in commercial farming can read our complete mango farming guide.

Selection of Land for Mango Cultivation

• Well drained sandy loam soil
• pH range 5.5 – 7.5
• Avoid waterlogged soil

Growing nitrogen fixing plants like legumes helps improve soil fertility.

Mango Flowering and Fruit Set

Water Stress Method

Providing excess irrigation before December for 15 days can induce natural flowering.

Dry Stress Method

Allowing the tree to dry slightly after rainfall also encourages flowering.

Mango Pest and Disease Management

Common mango pests include:

• Mango fruit fly
• Aphids
• Mealybugs
• Mango hoppers

Neem oil sprays help control pests naturally.

Beneficial Insects and Pollination

Honey bees are the best pollinators for mango trees. Farmers should keep at least three honey bee boxes per acre to improve yield. Keep at least 3 honey bee boxes in Janurary of every year per acre

Natural Predators Helpful insects are Ladybugs Lacewings Parasitic wasps They control aphids and mites naturally.

Pruning Mango Trees

Regular pruning improves airflow, sunlight penetration and reduces fungal diseases.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is mango called the king of fruits?

Mango is called the king of fruits due to its unique taste, aroma and cultural importance. And considered as The Sweet King of Good Times.

Which soil is best for mango cultivation?

Well drained sandy loam soil with pH between 5.5 and 7.5 is ideal.Red ,slica rich soil dry place is long term mango cultivated place.

How many mango varieties exist in India?

India grows more than 1000 varieties of mango across different states.

Which mango variety is most popular?

Alphonso, Banganapalli, Imam Pasand and Dasheri, Kalapadi,Kesar, Langara,Malgova,Totapuri are among the most popular varieties.