Ripening of Langra mangoes with Ethrel and calcium carbide.
Bhullar J. S.
Author Affiliation: Regional Research Station H.P. Krishi Vishva Viddyalaya Dhaulakuan (Sirmur) HP-173 001, India.
Progressive Horticulture 14 : 71-72
Abstract : Mature green fruits, harvested on 27 June, were treated with calcium carbide at 3 or 6 g/4.5-5 kg of fruits or with Ethrel [ethephon] at 400 or 800 p.p.m. The fruits were held in cardboard boxes lined with newspapers and tightly wrapped. Calcium carbide at 6 g and Ethrel at 800 p.p.m. both gave the best results with regard to ripening (3.8 days for the fruit to ripen compared with 8 in the control) and fruit quality.