Origin Fruit Group Mango Packing Protocol

QUALITY STANDARDS

*Images from Queensland Mango Quality Assessment Manual

SUNBURN on mangoes appears as bleached or yellow patches, typically on the exposed shoulders of the fruit. In severe cases, the affected skin becomes leathery, red-brown to black, and slightly depressed, and the fruit may become misshapen. This damage is caused by overexposure to high levels of sunlight during growth and devel opment, particularly when associated with high skin temperatures. Mangoes on the western side of the tree are most susceptible, especially if branches are broken, harvested fruit is left in direct sunlight, or trees are under water stress. Fruit on water-stressed trees are more prone to sunburn. Quality control DEFECTS | ALL EU CLASS I

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RUSSET on mangoes is identified by light-colored blemishes, which manifest as silver lines or blotches on the fruit's skin. In more severe cases, large raised blotches or lines can develop, accompanied by brown scar tissue. The exact cause of russet is still unknown, but it may be related to factors such as leaf rub, thrips, and powdery mildew.

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FIELD LENTICEL SPOTTING occurs when the lenticels (breathing pores) swell, forming small round or star shaped spots, sometimes with green, red, or brown haloes. It is caused by water stress during fruit development and worsened by low temperatures, high humidity, rain, and rapid growth in larger fruit during late maturity.

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Origin Fruit Group | Mango Packing Guide