Mango Farmers Alert: Pea-Sized Fruit Drop Threat, Expert Tips to Save Your Crop

• Mango orchards are currently seeing pea-sized fruits, a critical stage prone to significant fruit drop.
• Dr. K.S. Yadav, Principal Scientist at Sagar Krishi Vigyan Kendra, suggests methods to maximize fruit production and prevent loss.
• Spray Planofix (Naphthalene Acetic Acid) at 20 ml per liter to prevent initial fruit drop; repeat after 10-12 days if needed.
• For larger fruits, spray 100-150 grams of soluble fertilizer (Potassium Nitrate 13:0:45) in 15 liters of water to counter weather-induced drop.
• Ensure proper nutrition with 20 kg farmyard manure, urea, super phosphate, and potash, along with regular irrigation and mulching.

Key Questions Answered

How can Planofix prevent pea-sized mangoes from dropping?

Planofix can prevent pea-sized mangoes from dropping by strengthening the fruit joint. It is recommended to spray Planofix when fruit drop is excessive.

What role does Potassium Nitrate play in preventing mango fruit drop?

Potassium nitrate helps strengthen the fruit's hold on the tree, reducing fruit drop. It is applied when the mango blossoms have developed into pea-sized fruits.

Why is mulching important for mango trees after fruit set?

Based on the available information, details about the importance of mulching for mango trees after fruit set are not currently available.