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Identity & Botany
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Canonical name | Mango |
| Scientific name | Mangifera indica |
| Family / Genus | Anacardiaceae / Mangifera |
| Produce category | Tropical Fruit |
| Produce subcategory | Drupe |
| FSMA 204 covered? | No |
| PLU — conventional | 4051 |
| PLU — organic | 94051 |
| AGROVOC URI | c_4571 |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s01_identity. External: FAO AGROVOC.
Varieties
Estimated commercial varieties: 500.
| Variety | Market share | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tommy Atkins | 35% | Large oblong shape, thick red-orange skin with green and yellow tones. Firm flesh with mild flavor and minimal fiber. Excellent shipping durability and extended shelf life. Most widely grown commercia |
| Ataulfo (Honey/Champagne) | 20% | Small kidney-shaped fruit with golden-yellow skin when ripe. Creamy, non-fibrous flesh with rich, sweet flavor. Thin seed. Premium market positioning. Originally from Mexico. |
| Kent | 15% | Large oval fruit with dark green skin and red blush. Sweet, rich, juicy flesh with minimal fiber. Excellent eating quality. Popular in supermarkets for premium retail. |
| Keitt | 12% | Large oval fruit remaining green even when ripe. Sweet, juicy flesh with minimal fiber. Late-season variety. Good shelf life and shipping characteristics. |
| Haden | 5% | Medium to large fruit with red-yellow skin. Sweet, aromatic flesh with moderate fiber. Historical importance as parent variety for many commercial cultivars. Early-season variety. |
| Francis | 3% | Medium-sized elongated fruit with green-yellow skin. Sweet, spicy flavor with smooth texture and minimal fiber. Popular in Haiti and specialty US markets. Excellent eating quality. |
| Palmer | 3% | Large oblong fruit with red-purple blush. Firm, sweet flesh with low fiber content. Good disease resistance. Popular in Florida and Brazil. Mid-season variety. |
| Valencia Pride | 2.5% | Large oval fruit with minimal fiber. Sweet, rich flavor with excellent eating quality. Late-season variety popular in Florida specialty markets. Good shelf life. |
| Nam Doc Mai | 2% | Elongated yellow fruit from Thailand. Exceptionally sweet with smooth, fiberless flesh. Premium variety in Asian markets. Excellent dessert quality. |
| Alphonso | 1.5% | Small to medium golden-yellow fruit from India. Renowned for exceptional sweetness, rich aroma, and creamy texture. Premium export variety with devoted following. Limited US availability. |
| Glenn | 1% | Medium fruit with orange-red blush. Sweet, aromatic flavor with minimal fiber. Compact tree suitable for high-density planting. Growing commercial interest in Florida. |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s04_varieties.variety_summaries.
Post-Harvest Handling
Temperature
- Chilling injury threshold: 50°F.
- Freezing point: 30.3°F. Hard limit.
- Handling urgency: 4 / 5.
Ethylene
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Production class | very_high |
| Production rate (20°C) | 50 µL/kg·h typical (10–200) |
| Sensitivity class | low |
| Sensitivity threshold | 100 ppm |
| Climacteric? | Yes |
Agent note: FINN: Mango is a major ethylene source in mixed loads. Segregate from ethylene-sensitive produce. Ripe mangoes produce 10-20x more ethylene than mature-green fruit. Consider ripening stage when planning cold chain.
Mixed-load compatibility
tropical_high_ethylene_producer
Operational flags
- Can be top-iced? No
- Light-sensitive? No
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s07_harvest_post_harvest.
Market Intelligence
Demand
Strong growth trajectory with 5-7% annual increase driven by Hispanic population growth, mainstream adoption, and health trend awareness. Per capita consumption has doubled over past 20 years to approximately 3.5 lbs/person annually. Ready-to-eat programs and convenience packs driving retail velocity.
Elasticity
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price elasticity | -0.65 |
| Income elasticity | 0.85 |
| Organic premium elasticity | -0.42 |
Market share by variety
| Variety | Share |
|---|---|
| Tommy Atkins | 45% |
| Ataulfo (Honey/Champagne) | 22% |
| Kent | 14% |
| Keitt | 10% |
| Haden | 4% |
| Francis | 2.5% |
| Other varieties | 2.5% |
Pack sizes
- 10 lb flat
- 11 lb flat
- 12 lb flat
- 16 lb volume fill
- 22 lb volume fill
- 26 lb volume fill
- 6-count tray
- 8-count tray
- 10-count tray
- 12-count tray
- 2-pack clamshell
- 4-pack clamshell
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s09_market_intelligence.
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