ISHS Acta Horticulturae 57: I International Symposium on Tropical and Subtropical Fruits
RECENT ADVANCES AND POSSIBILITIES OF MANGO CULTURE IN TROPICAL AMERICA WITH EMPHASIS ON THE FLORIDA SITUATION |
| Author: | Simon E. Malo |
| Abstract:
Commercial production of mango in Florida has been for many years the subject of much experimental work. Improved orchard management techniques have resulted in increased yields. Optimum rates of nitrogen and potash fertilization and preventive use of some minor elements are crucial for maximum production. Irrigation has been found definitely beneficial. Anthracnose disease -- a major limiting factor -- can be controlled by Benomyl, and effective weed suppressant programs have been developed, but growth regulators only appear promising at this time. No major new cultivars have been introduced recently although several have commercial potential. In other areas of the western hemisphere such as Mexico, mango production is developing at a fast pace. The bulk of the production is for local consumption but a substantial amount is for export. | |
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