Abstract

Mango is eaten in forms, various from the fruitlet to the finished product, the points in its favour being its availa- bility in seasons, an appetizing flavour, pleasing bouquet, luscious bulk and a high dietetic value as a source of vitamins. Yet its production is not commensurate with the demand and its importance and there seem to be no marked improvements in cultural practices and marketing methods. The existence of pre-harvest contractors in the place of growers, numerous intermediaries in marketing, imperfect merchandising, absence of market associations and the trade's dependence on external demand are the major pro- blems that require consideration. Further, the low production from mango orchards in recent years points to lack of sufficient interest on the part of the growers.

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