How to identify chemically ripened Mangoes?

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How can I identify chemically ripened Mangoes?

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Identifying chemically ripened mangoes can help you avoid potential health risks. Following are some practical ways to tell the difference between naturally and chemically ripened mangoes:

  1. Smell: Naturally ripened Mangoes have sweet, fruity aroma, especially near the stem. Chemically ripened Mangoes have faint or no smell, or sometimes a slightly acidic or metallic scent.

  2. Color: Uneven ripening can be seen in naturally ripened Mango with yellow or orange tones. Chemically ripened Mango shows uniform bright yellow or orange color, sometimes unnaturally vibrant.

  3. Texture: Naturally ripened Mango is slightly soft in texture . Chemically ripened often overly soft or may have dry, wrinkled skin with a rubbery feel.

  4. Taste: Natural mango tastes Sweet, full-flavored.
    Chemically ripened Mango tastes bland, metallic, or slightly bitter.

  5. Black spots: Chemically ripened mangoes may show small black patches due to the reaction with calcium carbide.

  6. Ripening Speed: If the mangoes ripen very quickly, it’s clearly indicate chemical ripening.

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Andhra pradesh is famous for Banganpalli :mango: Mangoes they are sweet & rich in nutrient. Can you suggest a way to fight with Diseases & Pesticide like Mildew, Sooty mould upon leaves.

Some Pesticide repellant that keeps the bugs away without killing or harming them

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You are right, baganpalli mango are a very popular variety in south india but they are susceptible to Powder Mildew and Scooty Mould. By following some effective management techniques you can control this fungal diseases. Made a fungicide by mixing one tablespoon of baking soda and one tablespoon of liquid soap in one litre of water. Spray it every 7 to 10 days. For scooty mould on the leaves wash leaves with water to remove the mould, apply neem oil to target aphids or mealybugs. Keep your surroundings neat and clean to avoid any source of infection.

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To deal with issues like mildew and sooty mold on leaves, it’s best to prune the trees regularly for good airflow, avoid overwatering, and keep the area weed-free. Neem oil works great as a natural treatment for both fungi and pests, and if things get worse, you can use mild fungicides that don’t harm helpful bugs. For pests, try using pheromone traps and natural repellents like neem or essential oils (eucalyptus, lemon, or cinnamon) to keep bugs away without harming them. This way, the trees stay healthy, and the environment stays balanced.

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