Mango Orchards: Critical 20 Days Ahead for Fruit Set, Expert Advice for Farmers
Mango Orchards: Critical 20 Days Ahead for Fruit Set, Expert Advice for Farmers
- •The next 15-20 days are crucial for mango orchards as flowers transition into fruitlets (tikola).
- •Applying sulfur helps accelerate inflorescence emergence, providing necessary warmth to mango trees.
- •Avoid spraying pesticides or chemicals during the full bloom stage to prevent flower shedding and pollination disruption.
- •Begin pesticide spraying only after flowers have shed and transformed into pea-sized fruitlets.
- •Organic farmers can use neem oil, while chemical farmers should opt for mild, standard pesticides to protect growing fruits.
