Mango (All Time)

Mango (All Time)

Local Indian Name: All Time Aam

Scientific Name: Mangifera indica ‘All Time’

Family:Anacardiaceae

Category: Fruit Tree

Subcategory: Perennial Mango Variety

Native Region:Developed in India, known for its year-round fruiting in tropical climates like Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Maharashtra.

Introduction:

The All Time mango is a perennial fruiting mango variety that produces fruits multiple times a year, making it one of the most desirable varieties for continuous harvesting.

Importance & Benefits:

• Multiple harvests per year (unlike seasonal varieties).

• Sweet, juicy, and fiberless texture.

• Highly profitable due to its year-round availability.

Description and Cultivation:

• Tree Height: Medium-sized (6-8 meters).

• Fruit Shape: Round to oval.

• Weight: 250-400 grams per fruit.

Varieties and Cultivars:

• All Time Standard

• Dwarf All Time (for small gardens and pots)

Location and Light:

• Needs full sun exposure for optimal growth.

Soil Preparation:

• Loamy, well-drained soil.

• pH 6.0-7.5.

Planting:

• Spacing: 6m x 6m for proper airflow.

• Best Season: Anytime, as it is a perennial bearer.

Watering:

• Regular watering during flowering and fruiting stages.

Pruning:

• Light pruning ensures continuous flowering.

Pest and Disease Management:

• Common Pests: Mango Fruit Fly, Aphids.

• Diseases: Sooty Mold, Anthracnose.

Environmental Conditions:

• Temperature: 25-40°C.

• Rainfall: 1000-2500 mm annually.

Propagation:

• Grafting is the best method.

Uses:

• Fresh fruit, juices, commercial farming.

Monetary Benefits:

• Market Price: ₹100-200 per kg.

• Tree Yield: Fruits multiple times a year, making it highly profitable.

References:

1. Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) Reports

2. Farmers’ Field Research Reports