To address the challenges of mango yield and quality, the ICAR-Central Institute of Subtropical Horticulture (CISH) is hosting a seminar titled 'Strategies and Research Priorities for Improving Yield and Quality of Mangoes' on September 21 at its headquarters in Rehmankhera. This event will convene agricultural scientists from both India and internationally, aiming to enhance the standards of mango production in Uttar Pradesh and North India.
Mango cultivation is crucial for the livelihood of millions in India, yet the country's average yield lags behind the global average, attributed to diseases and pests such as blight, anthracnose, fruit flies, thrips, and hoppers. The seminar seeks to address these issues by facilitating a platform for renowned researchers to share insights and strategies. Notable speakers include Natalie Dillon and Ian S.E. Bally from Queensland, Australia, Yuval Cohen from the Volcani Institute, ARO, Israel, and several experts from ICAR and IIHR, Bengaluru.
T. Damodaran, director of CISH, highlighted Uttar Pradesh's significant contribution to India's mango production, accounting for approximately 23.6% of the total output. India's diverse mango varieties, around 1,000, with only about 20 being widely traded and exported, are celebrated for their unique flavors, aromas, and bioactive compounds.
Source: The Hindustan Times