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.