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Identity & Botany
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Canonical name | Tommy Atkins Mango |
| Scientific name | Mangifera indica |
| Family / Genus | Anacardiaceae / — |
| Produce category | Tropical Fruit |
| Produce subcategory | Mango |
| FSMA 204 covered? | No |
| PLU — conventional | 4959 |
| PLU — organic | 94959 |
| AGROVOC URI | c_4664 |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s01_identity. External: FAO AGROVOC.
Varieties
Estimated commercial varieties: 18.
| Variety | Market share | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tommy Atkins | 45% | Medium to large, oval fruit with a vibrant red blush over green/yellow skin. Firm, moderately fibrous flesh with a mild, sweet flavor. Known for excellent shelf life and robust shipping qualities. |
| Ataulfo (Honey Mango) | 18% | Small, kidney-shaped fruit with bright golden-yellow skin when ripe. Fiberless, very sweet, creamy texture with a rich, buttery flavor. Often called ‘Honey Mango’. |
| Kent | 12% | Large, oval fruit with dark green skin and a red blush. Fiberless, very sweet, juicy flesh with a rich, aromatic flavor. Excellent eating quality. |
| Keitt | 8% | Large, round to oval fruit that often remains green even when ripe, with minimal blush. Fiberless, very sweet, juicy, and tangy flavor. Known for its late season availability and long shelf life. |
| Francis (Haitian Mango) | 5% | Elongated, S-shaped fruit with yellow skin and green overtones. Fiberless, rich, spicy-sweet flavor with a soft, juicy texture. More delicate than some other varieties. |
| Haden | 4% | Medium to large, oval fruit with a bright red blush over yellow skin. Firm flesh with some fiber, sweet and aromatic flavor. A parent to many other popular varieties. |
| Palmer | 3% | Large, elongated fruit with a purple-red blush over yellow skin. Fiberless, sweet, and mild flavor with a firm texture. Good for shipping. |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s04_varieties.variety_summaries.
Post-Harvest Handling
Temperature
- Chilling injury threshold: 54°F.
- Freezing point: 30.5°F. Hard limit.
- Handling urgency: 4 / 5.
Ethylene
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Production class | high |
| Production rate (20°C) | 50 uL/kg/h typical (10–100) |
| Sensitivity class | high |
| Sensitivity threshold | 0.1 ppm |
| Climacteric? | Yes |
Agent note: Store separately from ethylene-sensitive produce to prevent premature ripening.
Mixed-load compatibility
Ethylene producer, chilling sensitive. Store separately from ethylene-sensitive produce.
Operational flags
- Can be top-iced? No
- Light-sensitive? No
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s07_harvest_post_harvest.
Market Intelligence
Demand
Steady to slightly increasing, though losing market share to other varieties like Honey and Kent.
Elasticity
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price elasticity | -0.8 |
| Income elasticity | 0.7 |
| Organic premium elasticity | -1.2 |
Market share by variety
| Variety | Share |
|---|---|
| Tommy Atkins | 35% |
| Honey (Ataulfo) | 25% |
| Kent | 15% |
| Keitt | 10% |
| Haden | 5% |
| Other | 10% |
Pack sizes
- 4 kg carton (approx. 9-12 count)
- 10 lb carton (approx. 9-12 count)
- 20 lb carton (approx. 18-24 count)
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s09_market_intelligence.
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